Now that our late spring in Ontario is over, the time for planting bare root trees is over. Planting throughout the summer is a wonderful thing to do, however it has to be done carefully with post-planting attention absolutely crucial. Planting all native tree species in summer should be done with containerized saplings. The containerized tree should be at least… READ MORE »Looking after your Native Maples and summer planting
[From “Extension Notes: Careful handing and Planting of Nursery Stock” issued by the Government of Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources] The future of the forest is in your hands. Choose the best site, do not plant seedlings where there are water-holes, stumps or rocks and do not plant more than one tree per hole Make sure the hole is deep… READ MORE »Planting Seedlings & Saplings
[From “Extension Notes: Careful handing and Planting of Nursery Stock” issued by the Government of Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources] It is easy to forget that seedlings are sensitive, living organisms that come under stress the moment they are lifted from the nursery beds. Like fish out of water — seedling vigor can only decline until they are finally placed… READ MORE »Careful handling, storage, and transportation of seedlings to reduce stress
