The Stone House - The Proper Way To Plant A Tree

This step by step guide will help insure your tree planting success and give you suggestions for caring for you trees. Though I am not a tree expert by any means, we (Hubby and I) have planted trees from seed and seedlings as well as potted trees and have had success with all our methods. I hope it helps you as well! Enjoy!

Step 1 Location

The first step in planting any new tree on your property is to select the right location. You want to make sure that the tree's growth will not interfere with water, gas, sewer, telephone or electrical lines. When I say your tree's growth I mean it's roots as well as it's branches. It can be extremely costly to have someone come out to fix a broken water pipe or gas leak if you try to plant your tree in the wrong place. Check the area first. It's also a good idea to make sure that it won't interfere with your neighbors. You don't want any problems down the line forcing you to remove your beautiful tree.

You want to make sure the tree is not too close to your home as in the picture above. Have a tree planted too close to the home is not good for the tree nor is it good for the home. A trees roots can damage your foundation causing cracks and major costly repairs. Though it may look quaint to have a tree next to the house, don't do it.

Select a location where the trees future branches will not interfere with any electrical wires to the home. Your electrical company will tell you that a tree's branches have to be at least 5 feet away from any of their wires. If they get within that 5 foot range the electrical company may come and cut them back. So be warned.