How to decide where to plant your new trees
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By Jared Garrett
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You want a fruit tree and the timing is perfect to get it into the ground. You have just purchased your small tree, the root pack is still tightly bound in canvas, and you suddenly realize you have no idea where to start digging! What should you consider when planting a tree in your yard?
SUN AND SHADE
The first thing you need to think about is what the nursery said about sun for the tree. If they said to keep it in full sun, then find the area of your garden with the most sun. So look for tall trees that might loom over different areas during high-sun times. Find the places that will be free from shade throughout the entire day.
Now that you have narrowed it down, think about where you might like to have some shade a few years down the road. You might try to imagine a place where you can set up a hammock or some other outdoor furniture. This should help you narrow down the spot even more.
ROOTS AND ALL
Next think about and look closely at the area surrounding the spot you are thinking you might plant the tree. Is there a fence close to it? Is there a house foundation or patio nearby? If so, you may want to reconsider. Your tree is going to get big and healthy and strong, so the roots are going to be growing rather inexorably. If there is a clear potential danger to some structure from the future roots of the tree, then think about a different spot.
TO SLOPE OR NOT TO SLOPE
You want to think about the slope (if any) that is near the potential ground for the tree. If the spot is at the bottom of the slope, water run-off may erode or over-irrigate. This can overcome the nascent roots and kill or knock down your tree. However, having your tree in the middle of the slope may keep water from seeping deeply into the root system. So try to strike a balance.
Once you have considered all of these issue, you are ready to go! So grab your shovel and get to work!
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Author Bio Box: Jared Garrett
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