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If you buy a containerised tree you can plant it at any time of year as long as you keep it well watered. There has been research recently that claims that the tree will stand a better chance of thriving if you don’t put enriched soil into the planting hole. The roots of the tree will turn back on themselves when they get to the edge of the rich soil. Planting trees gets easier! Here are some other tips.
1. Make sure you choose the right tree for the right spot. Willows can stand wet soil for example. Don’t plant trees under power lines as you might end up paying out lots of money to get it pruned back if it grows too big.
2. Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and 3 times wider.
3. Don’t lift the tree by the trunk. Lay it down on it’s side and slide it out of the container
4. Put the tree in the hole and make sure the soil level is the same as when it was in the pot.
5. Refill the hole with the garden soil tread down to get rid of any air pockets, as the roots would not be able to get past these.
6. Create a basin area around the tree so that it will hold water.
7. Water thoroughly, if you use a hosepipe, trickle the water into the basin.
8. Check the tree for dead or diseased wood and prune out.
9. Apply a 3-inch layer of mulch around the tree and keep it a couple of inches from the trunk as this could rot it. Put plenty on as it keeps the weeds down, feeds the tree and helps retain moisture.Water often in the first year. TIPS To make planting even easier, if you have young trees and they are planted in the ground firmly they will not need staking. Research has shown that large trees that are staked can be slow in developing and damage can occur to the trunks. Buying smaller trees will save you a fortune and they will catch the big trees up in no time! If you do stake the tree don't forget to loosen the ties regularly as the tree develops.
Consider a few important points before choosing and planting trees:
1. Where is the tree to be planted, for example on a large exposed site or in a small sheltered garden?
2. Decide what size of tree is required. Check to see the size the tree will be in 10 years time, to see whether it will outgrow it’s spot.
3. If the tree is to be planted near to the house, check if it has invasive roots that may damage drains or foundations. Check the tree won’t be blocking the light into the windows when it gets bigger.
4. Would you like a tree that has seasonal interest? For example, spring flowers, berries, autumn colour or interesting bark for winter interest.
5. If planting a group of specimen trees, leave enough room between each one to avoid constant pruning when they mature.
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