Lastly, remove exposed burlap from top of ball Then, remove or bend back top ⅓ of metal basket. Once the tree is straight and located as desired, cut and remove twine.Backfill ½ of the hole with soil and completely saturate the soil with water.Place fertilizer packets into the bottom of the hole (if purchased).If a hard frost is expected be sure to hold off on planting. A good indicator if you can still plant is if the ground is still workable you’re good to go. Water well to settle soil around the root ball. Backfill the hole with soil, making sure the top of the root ball is visible and slightly higher than the soil around it.If necessary, add soil under the ball so the root flair is exposed. This root flair should show when the tree is planted. Notice where the base of the trunk flairs out from the tree.Dig a hole no deeper than the depth of the container and 6" or more, making sure it’s wider on the sides. Containers - Completely saturate all container plants by putting in a larger container of water until stops bubbling, remove.Dig a hole at least 6" wider and no deeper than the size of the ball on the plant.
No trimming of roots is necessary for grow bags. Plant the root ball just like you would a container plant. Grow Bags - Remove bag by using a utility knife to slit up the side and peel off the fabric exposing the soil and roots.
Easily grown in average, dry to moist, well-drained soils in full sun.