Tree Care

Proper Tree Planting Procedures

1. Before You Plant – Call 811 before you dig, choose best location, right tree, right place

2. Planting Your Tree – Watch the video below to learn the proper planting steps and procedures

3. After You Plant – How to care for your tree including: watering, staking, mulching, and maintenance

Before You Plant

Here are some key steps before you begin to plant your tree:

1. Right Tree, Right Place: Determine the proper species based on your planting site’s conditions (sun/shade/drainage, future growth potential, etc).
2. Call Before You Dig: Call 811 to ensure you are clear of all utilities.
3. Maintenance & Care Plan: Ensure you have a plan to properly water and care for the tree, especially in its first year to help it become established.

After You Plant

Now that your tree is in the ground, you need to ensure it’s receiving the proper care to thrive!

1. Mulching: Mulch helps retain water, keeps out weeds, and provides buffer for mower/trimmer damage
2. Watering: Newly planted trees need frequent watering in their first year (especially first 6-9 months).
3. Pruning/Maintenance: Pruning and other maintenance will help the tree grow properly and lower the risk of future problems.