Happy Arbor Day!

Arbor Day

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Spring is a great time of year to plant trees! It allows the tree to establish itself for an entire growing season, and the milder weather will require less watering than planting in the hot summer. Spring is also the time of year when Schaefer's has the largest selection of trees and shrubs. Fresh, top quality nursery stock is arriving daily from the best nurseries around the United States.

Where to Plant - Select an ideal location where the roots will have room to grow. Before you plant, be sure to call JULIE (Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators) at 1-800-892-0123 to make sure the area is clear of underground utilities. JULIE is a free service, and calling before you dig is the law.

What to Plant - Schaefer's can help you find the perfect tree for your garden. Are you looking for a fast growing, low maintenance tree? Try a Birch or Linden. How about a tree that has beautiful spring blooms? A Magnolia or Service Berry would add color to your garden. Does your yard need a compact growing tree? A Flowering Crab might be the perfect fit. Schaefer's has a large selection of trees. For a complete list, click on the link below.

http://www.schaefergreenhouses.com/garden-center/trees-shrubs.html

How to Plant -

• Dig your hole as deep as the pot and twice as wide as the pot.
• Gently remove the tree from the container and set in hole. The flare (where the roots begin to spread at the base of the tree) should be partially visible once tree is planted. It might be necessary to remove a bit of soil from base of tree to expose the flare.
• Backfill with a mixture of peat moss, torpedo sand and mushroom compost.
• Water the tree well.
• Add a layer of mulch around the tree to keep the moisture in the soil.
• Add root stimulator (like Bonide Root & Grow Plant Starter) to help the tree quickly become established.
• Continue to water at least 1" of water per week.