Plants must not be allowed to dry out.

All trees should be planted as soon as possible after leaving Nursery.

BARE-ROOTED TREES IN CARTONS

• Trees as packed when they leave the nursery should be quite safe for 3-4 days, provided they are kept cool and moist.

• Never stand in direct sunlight.

• Open top flaps of the carton.

• Ensure roots are moist, add extra water if necessary.

• Do not wet foliage.

 COOL STORAGE

We cool store our trees prior to dispatch. This minimises lifting stress and enhances shelf life prior to planting

TREE PLANTING GUIDE

• Simple method for successful planting:

• Clear planting spot of all weeds (pre-spray Roundup).

• Mark out tree spacing (see over for guidelines).

• Cultivate soil to spade’s depth (approx. 30cm).

• Open up large, deep hole to accept seedling roots.

• Align roots evenly at bottom of hole.

• Gently, replace soil around tree.

• Lift tree through loose soil (approx. 10cm) to straighten roots.

• Firm soil with ball of foot while holding top of tree.

• Approximately one third of green crown of tree should remain below ground level.

• Post plant spray (consult with nursery staff).

Planting a larger area:

• Cultivate planting site with spade or winged ripper. Free ground allows correct placement of roots, strong root development and anchorage.

• Spot spray with a suitable long term herbicide post planting.

• Keep tree clear of competition for at least one year.

• Correct planting is critical. Poor root alignment may lead to toppling and/or windthrow.