When is the best time to plant your trees?
It is always recommended to plant trees during the winter months, and therefore less likely to be damaged. The planting season for trees runs from November and March, though it may last a little more within Scotland as well as Northern Ireland.
We offer single trees as well as small tree packs in our website all year long because they come with their own compost plug to safeguard them and therefore can be planted anytime.
We do not recommend planting more trees outside of the season because it could result in an increased loss rate Therefore, our large-scale tree planting programs are only available during the time of tree planting.
When the trees are up
Keep the trees in a upright position, protected from wind and frost. If you notice that the roots appear as if they’re drying out you can gently spray the roots with water to keep them moist.
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Before you plant the trees, make a note of the exact location where each tree will be planted using stones or spray paint, or even canes
If the area you are planting is in a state of overgrowth Cut the grass back and then weed. This will allow planting to be easier and lessen competition for water, allowing your saplings grow.
What is the space that trees require?
We suggest planting trees at least 2 metres apart however, you can plant them anywhere between 1 and 5 metres according to your space and design. The natural look of wavy lines is more appealing than a straight line of trees. If you’re planning to plant a single hedge, you should place the trees at least 30cm apart. To create a dense hedge you can plant two rows of trees in a zig-zag pattern. The rows should be spaced 50cm apart, and 40-45cm space between each tree.
Pit planting
We suggest pit-planting as it is more thorough and guarantees that your trees will have greater contact with the soil. It’s suitable for all types of ground particularly those that are prone to drought, however it may be challenging if you have hard-to-digest soil.
To plant a tree , you’ll require a spade, a tree that is clearly visible, a spiral to guard it, and an axe to support the spiral, and a place to put it.
The first thing you’ll have to do is make an opening. It doesn’t need to be wide, however it must be deep enough to accommodate all the tree roots. Be sure that you don’t put your soil too far since you’ll require it soon enough.
When your hole is deep enough, you can take the tree and move it towards one side, which I believe this is the simplest step to take because you will be able to see the depth of the hole, and also that all of the tree’s roots are covered, which is the most crucial part.
Make sure the soil is firm – you can make use of the sole of your boots to do this and ensure that all the air gaps are closed. It should be smooth and solid – you do not want frost to get into the soil later on.
When you’re certain it’s solid, Give the tree a gentle push and it will hopefully remain in place.
The next thing you’ll require will be the cane. It’s going to be pushed into the tree, but not too close as you do not want to push it into the roots you’ve planted just recently.
Then, take your spiral, take one end and then tie it around the cane and tie it to create a secure connection. After that, gently wind it until it reaches at the very top. Make sure that you do not damage the tree as you’re doing it.
It’s not easy so it may take some time to master it but you’ll be able to master it at the end. Then, push it into the ground, perhaps one centimeter, to ensure that there’s no way for vermin to get under it. Then, ring bark the tree. That’s it. to it.
Slit planting
This is a straightforward method that works well with grass and soil that is bare. It is more straightforward than pit-planting if you’ve had a stony soil.
Step 1
The spade should be pushed to the ground, and then move it forwards to form an slit. Be sure that it’s sufficient for the tree’s roots.
Step 2
Keep the slit wide with your spade . Place the tree inside using the root plug approximately 2cm below the ground.
Step 3.
Take the spade off and push the soil back over the tree.
Step 4
If you are using tree guards or spirals to guard your saplings This is the time to put them in. The protection should be firmly pressed in the ground. See more at www.sweetnewearth.com
T-notch plant
T-notch plantation is a different method that is suitable for grass-covered ground, but not for bare soil. This is a viable alternative to pit-planting in areas that are susceptible to drought, however it is not recommended for areas with clay soils.
Step 1
The spade should be fully pushed to the floor.
Step 2
In a straight line to the initial cut Repeat step 1 to make an X-shape.
Step 3.
Use the spade to reach the cut that was made and then pull it up, separating the turf.
Step 4
The tree should be placed carefully between the turf sections.
Step 5
The spade should be pushed back and the grass will be able to fall back into the hole. Make sure that all roots are inserted to the ground.
Step 6
Adjust the tree so that it is level with the ground and then thoroughly firm the soil around the tree.
Ten tools for planting trees
If you’re planning to plant some elegant shade trees or acquiring an orchard brimming with nuts and fruit trees Planting trees require a variety of tools to complete the task. Having the proper tools will ensure that the job is completed with ease and give your trees a good start.
If you’re planting your first tree in spring, or waiting until fall to take advantage of milder weather This handy list of the 10 essential tools you’ll need to plant trees will make sure you don’t miss one of the most important aspects of the task:
1. Wagon
They are heavy, especially ones that are grown within large containers. It isn’t a good idea to transport the trees far, so using an appropriate wagon (either an unpowered cart or a bigger tractor-pulled trailer) can help you carry the trees to their holes, without damaging your back.
Tractor-pulled trailers can also be useful to transport the rest of your tools for tree planting.
2. GPS Receiver
If you pair it with tape measures (see the next section below) as well as graph paper, the GPS receiver can assist you to determine the best location for each tree, allowing you to imagine your orchard’s maturity while the trees are still young.
3. Shovel and Spade
The tools, including a shovel to scoop dirt and spades for breaking up the sod and cutting the soil, can help you efficiently and quickly dig the large, deep holes required to plant trees.
4. Digging Bar
There’s a good chance that you’ll come across massive rocks when digging holes. If you’re anything like me, after you’ve found the ideal spot for your tree, you’ll be determined to dig the hole regardless of any obstacles you may encounter.
A digging bar can help to lift heavy boulders from the soil.
5. Bucket
If you’re dumping loose soil on the soil around your holes, it’ll be difficult to clean it up again following the incident.
Instead, you can dump the soil into a big bucket. This will help keep the area tidy and will save time in backfilling the hole. A different bucket could be used to store rocks.
6. Tape Measure
Instead of estimating how deep your hole is and hoping they’re accurate, take measurements of the width and height of the rootballs that you’ll be planting to ensure that your holes match perfectly. Dig your holes a few inches deeper than you need to and then fill the holes back with soil that is loose until the tree is at the right level.
This will make the soil more pliable for roots to get into in the beginning.
7. Utility Knife
It isn’t easy to take large trees out of their pots. Although I like keeping plastic pots in storage to use in the future I’ve discovered that the most effective method is to cut multiple edges of the container using an utility knife, then take the tree out this way.
The utility knife can be used to slice through the roots that are overcrowded and growing around the outside of the rootball in order to stimulate growth outward.
8. T-posts
If your trees seem to be spinning or crooked in their growth, stake them with a T-post can help them to withstand the winds and help them develop straight until they’re big enough to be able to stand on their own.
It is also possible to install T-posts on each tree to help support a wire fence to protect against hungry deer.
9. Fence Post Driver
T-posts don’t do much if there’s not an option to put them in place. A gas or manual fence post driver can quickly install them.
10. Tanks or Water Jugs
The newly planted trees require plenty of water. So bring with you a water source to provide them with a good watering after planting.
If you’re in the vicinity of an outdoor hose, great. If you don’t, water jugs and tanks can be transported by wagons to far-off places. I have a 35-gallon legs tank for watering the trees in my orchard, and am pleased with the outcomes.
Have fun planting!
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