Answer:
Step 1: Dig the planting hole. ...
Step 2: Massage/loosen/trim the roots and remove the nursery stake. ...
Step 3: Place the tree in the center of the hole. ...
Step 4: Build a soil berm. ...
Step 5: Stake the tree. ...
Step 6: Tie the tree. ...
Step 7: Water the tree thoroughly! ...
Step 8: Add Mulch.
ips for casual tree planters:
Mulch as deep as you want at the site of the planting well ahead of planting time. ...
Don't bury the stem too deep. ...
Don't use ANY mulch at the base of the trunk. ...
See here for mulch sourcing tips.
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