*Donut mulching can also cause production of girdling roots by suffocating root mass!* _Keep mulch layer at "Beneficial" two inches, not suffocating three or more._
Dirt ring around perimeter for watering is not recommended by landscape professionals, as it causes a pond effect essentially drowning the tree. It is best to keep soil around tree flush with root flare, then add light layer of mulch and keep well watered for first few weeks. Dirt water rings can be effective for young bare root trees granted you remove ring after first growing season.
Great video but PLEASE tell people NOT to allow the tree to become loose in the rootball this is the first thing an inexperienced person does or an impatient helper.
*Donut mulching can also cause production of girdling roots by suffocating root mass!* _Keep mulch layer at "Beneficial" two inches, not suffocating three or more._
Dirt ring around perimeter for watering is not recommended by landscape professionals, as it causes a pond effect essentially drowning the tree. It is best to keep soil around tree flush with root flare, then add light layer of mulch and keep well watered for first few weeks. Dirt water rings can be effective for young bare root trees granted you remove ring after first growing season.
Great video but PLEASE tell people NOT to allow the tree to become loose in the rootball this is the first thing an inexperienced person does or an impatient helper.