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6 Tips for Planting Bare Root Trees in Spring
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One of the most wonderful times of the year is here: Spring planting! It's time to dust off those shovels and make those winterized planting dreams come true. From container plants and seeds to dormant bare root trees and rhizomes, there are many options for what to plant around this time. Even though there are benefits to each option, bare root trees have some big advantages. Unlike container grown trees that will always have circling roots, bare root trees are grown in native soil, dug when they're dormant, and have much larger root masses. It also cuts down on how much plastic and potting soil we have to use because they're grown right in our fertile Willamette Valley native soil, and unlike balled and burlapped trees, the soil is left in the fields when they're dug. Having a fuller root mass enables the tree to establish itself easier into its new location making bare root trees a great option.
When ready to plant your bare root trees, there a few helpful tips you can take to ensure a successful transplant. Be sure to check out our 6 Tips for Spring Planting Bare Root Trees below
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6 tips for planting bare root trees in spring:
1. Bare root trees can be planted anytime from winter to early spring once soil is thawed and workable - As soon as bare root trees are received it's best to plant them right away. Even if there is still colder weather in the forecast, as long as the ground is not frozen and is workable, getting them in the ground sooner than later will help insulate the roots and allow the tree to better acclimate to its new environment. If unable to plant a bare root tree right away upon receiving it, the tree can still be stored in a cool location where it won't risk breaking dormancy and the roots will need to be watered periodically to ensure they do not dry out. If storing your bare root tree for more than two weeks, then it is recommend to heel them in to sawdust, low nitrogen potting soil, or another moisture retentive media to keep the roots moist and insulated from freezing temperatures until you're ready to plant. If planting later in the spring season, the trees can still be safely planted in any location including warmer regions. Since our bare root trees are stored in cold storage and kept dormant, they are able to be transported to their new homes anytime throughout the spring season even during the later, warmer months.
2. Digging a proper sized hole - The roots of the tree will need just enough space to spread while also being contained enough to stay secure. Make sure to dig a hole deep enough for the roots and 2 - 3 times wider than the root system. Break up any compacted soil on the sides of the hole to help give your new roots an easier time to spread.
3. Planting in soil that is high in clay is okay! - Even though loamy soil is always desirable, clay soil is not a problem for fruit trees as it holds moisture and nutrients better than sandy or loamy soils. So long as it is not waterlogged, clay soil makes a great environment for your plant’s roots.
4. Refrain from adding amendments directly in the planting hole - It may feel tempting to provide extra fertilizer or compost in the planting hole, however this is not recommended as it will ultimately hinder the growth of the tree. The tree will get so used to that nutrient rich zone that it will refrain from spreading out its roots to further develop and naturally seek nutrients elsewhere. Only acid loving plants such as Blueberries and Tea will benefit from amendments added to help acidify the soil and add organic matter.
5. Nourish the topsoil with mulch and compost - It is recommended to add a thick layer of mulch along with either compost, microbial and mycorrhizal inoculants, or balanced organic fertilizers to the top soil around a two foot perimeter around the tree. This will help maintain the health of the soil and your new tree's young root system.
6. Water the tree thoroughly to avoid air pockets and to help establish successfully - When you dig a hole to plant your tree in, you will break up the soil and incorporate more air into the soil. This is a good thing but any air pockets surrounding the roots can cause them to dry out, even if it is cool and rainy outside. Dry areas along the roots will inhibit the tree's ability to create the fine root hairs that actively hydrate the tree and take up nutrients. To ensure this doesn't happen, it's recommend to provide a long deep watering once planted so that the soil can fully settle around the root system. Eventually you'll only need to provide a deep watering once a week during the active growing season, unless especially hot temperatures are forecasted. Deeper watering less frequently, as opposed to smaller lighter waterings will encourage the roots to grow deep into the soil rather than just along the soil's surface. This in turn creates a far more drought tolerant, well-anchored and resilient tree for the long term.
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