Replanting our yard

If you want to plant bare-root fruit trees in your yard, now's the time to do that. These trees thrive when they're planted during the spring and summer. That's when the soil is at its warmest. If you've never planted a bare-root fruit tree before, you might need some pointers. Read the information provided here. You'll find some simple tips that will help your new bare-root fruit trees survive and thrive. 

Choose the Right Location 

If you're going to plant bare-root fruit trees this spring, you'll want to choose the location with care. Your fruit tree will need plenty of room to grow. But, it will also need full sun exposure during the day. Because of that, you'll want to avoid shady locations. Your fruit tree will also need a nice-sized hole for planting. So, make sure you choose a location that offers soft dirt. 

Prepare the Soil for Planting

Once you've chosen the right location for your new fruit trees, you'll want to prepare the soil. Start by digging a hole that's a few inches deep. Then, take a handful of soil, and give it a good squeeze. If the soil seems saturated with moisture, let it dry out for a few hours before you plant your tree. If the soil crumbles, add some water and let it soak in before planting. It's also a good idea to test the pH balance of the soil. If the pH isn't balanced, add some sulfur to the soil before planting your bare-root fruit trees. 

Give Your Tree a Good Start

Now that you're planting bare-root fruit trees, you'll want to give them a good start. One way to do that is to take care during the planting. Carefully remove the root ball from the crate. Spray a small amount of water on the root ball to keep it moist before planting. When you're ready to plant your tree, carefully remove any dead or damaged roots. Once you've done that, you can place the tree into the prepared hole, and cover the root ball with soil. Water the tree to compress the soil, and nourish the roots. 

Get Ready for New Growth

After you've planted your fruit tree, you'll need to prepare for new growth. Begin by saturating the tree with water. Once it's watered, you'll want to let the water absorb into the soil. Then, give your new tree a deep watering about once a month until you see new growth emerge.  After you see new growth on your tree, switch to a once-a-week watering schedule.