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How to Replant a Tree
How to Replant a Tree. Trees planted in the landscape add beauty and value, sequester carbon and can save the homeowner money through energy savings, but all this can only happen if the tree is replanted correctly. Basing the planting depth by the container measurements is one way of improving the odds of tree planting success. Scraping the inside...
Trees planted in the landscape add beauty and value, sequester carbon and can save the homeowner money through energy savings, but all this can only happen if the tree is replanted correctly. Basing the planting depth by the container measurements is one way of improving the odds of tree planting success. Scraping the inside of the hole to prevent glazing or hardening of the sides of the soil is another step that many homeowners are not aware of or ignore. Presoaking the hole prior to planting the tree will prevent initial moisture from being wicked away from the roots.
Things You'll Need
Measuring tape
Shovel
Wheelbarrow
1.5 cubic feet compost
Garden rake
Sharp knife
Tree of choice
Mulch
Watering wand with enough hose to reach tree
Measure the height and width of the tree's container. Dig a hole that is the same depth as the height of the container and three times the width.
Place soil in wheelbarrow and mix with compost. A good rule of thumb to follow when mixing soil to use as backfill is to mix a 50/50 mixture of compost and garden soil.
Scrape the sides and bottom of hole with a garden rake. Fill hole with water.
Cut plastic container away from root ball. Loosen roots by gently teasing with fingers and remove any damaged or diseased roots.
Place tree in the center of the hole and backfill with soil in wheelbarrow. Outline the hole with a 6-inch soil berm. Cover the area with 3 to 4-inches of mulch. Water tree in completely.
Tips & Warnings
Trees can be packaged different ways. Container and balled and burlapped trees all need to have the container completely removed, while bare root trees simply need to be taken out of the bag they were placed in after purchase.
Only stake trees that can not support themselves and remove staking once trees can support themselves.
During the process of loosening the tree roots, inspect the rootball for any disease problems. If diseased roots are found, remove them.
If planting in clay soil, make sure the sizes and bottom of the hole are completely scraped to prevent glazing of the soil.
Trees are best planted in the early spring or fall depending on species.
