SPRING PLANTING:  Transitioning the Seedlings - Please allow the trees to transition slowly to sunlight.  Stock coming out of cold storage needs a few days of indirect sunlight before planting in full sun.  Planting on a cloudy day is best.

Preparing the planting site - Survival rates for containerized tree seedlings are good on all sites including rough sites. However, weed control can help them off to a good start.

Planting your Containerized Tree Seedlings - The seedlings root plug should be placed 1/4 to 1/2 inch below the ground surface, and the native soil firmed over the root plug. The soil around the plug should be firmed up to eliminate air pockets.  Containerized seedlings may be planted with all types of planting tools and equipment including mechanical tree planters.

Tips -It is best to plant after the last threat of frost to prevent new growth burning.  If you are receiving 2-year stock, you may want to gently break up the root plug to allow the roots to spread out.