Planting Procedures for Woody Ornamentals

Before planting, give careful consideration to the

selection of plant material and handling of these plants
preparation of the planting site, soil type, and the timing of the planting operation.
site selection and preparation and plant selection
all of the above

Calcium leaching from construction debris containing mortar or limerock can result in long-term nutrient deficiencies of

Packed, poorly-drained soil situations can be improved by

The best way to provide the correct amounts of nutrients needed for good plant growth is to

Environmental considerations to keep in mind when selecting plants for certain sites include

Before planting, examine plants to make certain that they have

When carrying balled and burlapped plants, always lift them by

When loading plants onto a truck for transport

always stand trees upright near the back of the truck
stack smaller one gallon container plants carefully from the front to the back to save space
avoid crushing stems and damaging the foliage, wrap trunks of sensitive trees and cover all plants with a tarp
lay light tools such as shovels and rakes over plants to help prevent wind and/or sun burn

If shrubs or trees cannot be planted right away, they should be held over

Planting holes for shrubs and trees should be at least

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