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Planting Trees

When planting a tree, you should carefully consider your garden's climate, site and soil before making your choice of species. It is then vital to provide your eventual choice with the best possible growing conditions as it should hopefully remain in place for decades or even centuries; careful preparation, planting and aftercare are essential in making sure your tree establishes quickly and grows well.

This section will help guide you every step of the way when choosing the right tree species and planting position, including advice on how to plant, protect and take care of your new tree.

Considering the Climate
A look at how temperature, humidity and rainfall levels may affect your choice of tree ...
Choosing the Right Site
Make sure that you take your garden's microclimate into account before choosing a planting position for your tree ...
Deciding When to Plant
Choosing the best time of year to plant your tree ...
Tree Buying Tips
A look at the different types of tree available and advice on choosing the best examples ...
Preparing the Site
How to prepare the site for your tree in advance of its planting ...
Planting a Container-Grown Tree
How to plant a container grown tree ...
Planting Trees in Containers
How to plant a tree in a container ...
Planting a Root-Balled Tree
How to plant a root-balled tree ...
Planting a Bare-Root Tree
How to plant a bare-rooted tree ...
Storing Trees
How to care for your tree if you cannot plant it straight away ...
Staking
Tips on how to protect your tree from strong winds ...
Tree Ties
Firmly and safely securing your tree to its stake...
How to Protect Your Tree
A look at a range of guards to protect your trees from animals or from the elements ...
Planting Aftercare
Some tips on caring for your newly planted tree ...