If you are looking for a way to get into gardening, or if you are looking to add another fruit tree to your property, bare root fruit trees may be the way to go. Bare root plants are dormant with no soil around their roots, making them lightweight and easy to ship.
“The best time to plant bare-rooted trees is towards the end of winter or the first half of spring, once the ground is no longer frozen so it can be easily dug but before new growth starts!”
As such, they are easier to plant and easier on your back. In this blog post, we will discuss when to plant bare-root fruit trees and how to plant them for strong root growth and tree health.
Bare root fruit trees are best planted in the fall, when they are dormant. This is because the roots will have time to establish themselves before the growing season begins. When selecting a site to plant your bare root fruit tree, choose a location that receives full sun for at least six to eight hours each day. The hole you dig for your tree should be two to three times as wide as the roots will extend, but only as deep as the longest root.
Before you remove your tree from its packaging material, it is important to rehydrate the roots. To do this, soak the roots in water for several hours or overnight. Once the roots have been hydrated, carefully remove them from the packaging material and plant them in the prepared hole. Firm the soil around the roots and water well.
By following these tips, you will be on your way to successfully plant a bare root fruit tree. Remember, promoting strong root growth and tree health begins at planting time!
Select a site in full sun, six to eight hours a day for ample space for the tree’s mature size.
Dig a hole two to three times as wide as the roots will extend but only to the same depth as the longest root.
In advance, remove roots from packaging material and rehydrate before planting.
Firm the soil around the roots and water well after planting.
By following these tips, you will be on your way to successfully planting a bare root fruit tree! Promoting strong root growth and tree health begins at planting time!
