Simply put, stake trees low (1-2-feet above the ground) to keep the ball in place and let the top sway in the breeze. That swaying encourages trunk and root growth.

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Simply put, stake trees low (1-2-feet above the ground) to keep the ball in place and let the top sway in the breeze. That swaying encourages trunk and root growth.

A properly planted tree sits with its root flair visible when you’re done planting. You can’t determine how deep to dig your hole until you find the root flair.

A properly planted tree sits with its root flair visible when you’re done planting. You can’t determine how deep to dig your hole until you find the root flair.