There are many species of cedar trees.The trees can be planted in a variety of weather and soil conditions.When it comes to landscaping, they are often found in windbreak hedges and screens.Material from these plants can be used in many different ways.When you find a cedar tree that grows well in your climate and region, take care to plant it and care for it while it is young and vulnerable.
Step 1: There is a location that doesn't block vertical growth.
When your cedar tree is mature, imagine the height.There are cedar trees that can grow very large.They grow up to 50ft depending on the type of cedar.It can be over 100 feet.It is 30m tall.There is nothing hanging above where the tree might grow.You can find a location that isn't below electric or cable lines.Don't plant above a sewage system or well.The roots are deep in the ground.
Step 2: There should be enough space for horizontal growth.
Small trees should be planted up to five feet apart.The trees don't fight for the same water and root territory because they need space between them.If you are planning a hedge or border, make sure you have enough room for the number of trees.When the trees are planted, the outermost branches of the hedge should be an inch apart.
Step 3: There are places to avoid near fruit trees.
When planted near fruit trees.The nearby trees can be affected by a rust disease.The name of the tree is usually cedar-apple rust.Look for yellow or reddish structures.The rust disease does not kill the trees or the fruit, but it does look bad.Pruning and fungicide application can be used to prevent the disease.
Step 4: It's a good idea to choose a spot away from the water.
There is not enough space for the roots to dig into the surrounding area.If the tree roots are too close to the water, they may not have the support they need to grow new roots.Cedar trees are tolerant of excessive water exposure and flooding.If the water exposure is significant, the tree can die in less than a month.Younger trees are more vulnerable.Water damage can be avoided with healthy trees.Stressed trees are more likely to be damaged.
Step 5: There is an area with a lot of sun exposure.
They will grow faster in the sunlight, even though they can grow in partial sun.Every day there should be at least 6 hours of sunlight.If you want to benefit from full sun exposure, choose a location that doesn't have a lot of eastern or western sunlight blocking.
Step 6: Adapt your plan to your climate.
cedar trees can thrive in a variety of climates with minimal interaction, but a lack of water could affect their health.Some trees are more vulnerable to insect and disease.Extra watering should be given to locations that are very hot to prevent the trees from dying.Extra layers of mulch are needed to protect against frozen root systems.
Step 7: It's time to plant.
After the final thaw, plant the trees.They could be planted in the fall.Exposure to heat and heatwaves is the primary danger to planting at the wrong time.The young hedges need a lot of water.If your area limits water due to the temperature or heat, early fall planting may be a better option.
Step 8: The tree needs to be removed from its packing.
Seedlings are usually in buckets or containers to facilitate transfer.You will have to remove the tree before planting.Depending on your cedar tree, follow the guideline below.There is still packaging material for bare root trees.Before doing anything else, remove it.After placing the tree in the hole, burlap packaging can be removed.All twine and nails are needed to keep the packaging together.If the tree bulb is heavy, some burlap may remain.The burlap needs to be completely removed if it is treated or vinyl.Pick up the tree at a 45 degree angle and support it against your body.Slowly rotating the bucket, pat the outside of it.The pat should have a slight downward angle.
Step 9: The bare root plants should be kept moist.
If the roots are bare, and not already in a dirt or soil bulb, you need to place it in water.Before you plant, place the roots in a bucket of water.Don't disturb the roots until you have to.The amount of time in the water is 3-6 hours.The roots can be submerged in the water bucket for up to a week before they rot.
Step 10: Put a hole in it.
The hole should be large enough to hold the root ball.A sloped-side hole is five times as wide as the root ball.The level of the land should be above the root collar.A roto-tiller could speed up the process as well as aerating the soil.
Step 11: The roots should be cut.
A good way to encourage root growth is to trim off an inch of the root edges.The roots should be loosened by cutting a few vertical lines up the length of the root ball.You might not need to cut any roots at all.Smaller root fibers are not necessary if the roots do not look interwoven.
Step 12: The hole has a tree in it.
The center of the hole is where you want to aim.The root ball should be above the ground on all sides, so there is a slight crown to allow for drainage and proper mulching.The root ball should be supported instead of being moved by the tree.If the tree collar is lower than ground level, you can place it in the hole with some soil under the root bulb.
Step 13: Align the roots and fill the hole.
If you can, point the roots downward and fill the hole with the dug up soil.Remove any air pockets by compacting the soil tightly around the roots.Good planting soil and fresh compost can be used to make sure the roots have plenty of nutrition.Adding soil amendments is not a good idea.They could affect root expansion.When planting, it's not necessary to usefertilizer or other chemicals.
Step 14: The tree needs water.
Push the soil around the tree to form a ring.After refilling the trench with soil, water it thoroughly.The tree gets about an hour of water per week.When it rains frequently, water it once per day.The outer branches of the tree have a ring beneath it.Walk around in a circle.For a few seconds, water each spot in the circle.The tree may be getting too much water.The water is likely insufficient if the tree gets dried out.
Step 15: Spread mulch around the tree.
When it's hot and cold, mulch is beneficial to the cedar.All the soil that has been dug up should be covered by the protective mulch.If the mulch is removed from the trunk, it works better.
Step 16: The area should be Weeded.
Pull weeds by hand around the seedling.To make sure there is no damage to the trunk or limbs, don't use a weed eater near the tree.If weeds are not taken care of, they can take away a lot of vital resources from the plant.Tall weeds can block sunlight.Young seedlings are more likely to die from overgrown weeds.Don't dig roots deeper than 3 inches.Landscape fabric can be used to fight weeds.
Step 17: It's a good idea to prevent potential disease.
The cedar tree is prone to getting brain or mop shaped fungi.The apple family can be affected by cedar-apple rust.The fungi will end on the cedar tree if there is no place for them to go.The best way to control this infection is to trim the galls and spray with a fungicide in the late summer.
Step 18:
The tree could be exposed to too much water if it is being attacked by a lot of bugs.malathion can be used to treat the tree.
Step 19: Fertilize.
If the growth is less than 6 inches (15.24 cm) per year, there will be need forfertilizers.The only problem should be the poor growth.Other problems need a soil sample to check the pH level.The best time to fertilize trees is in the spring.Fertilization can be applied earlier in the spring if the soil is sandy.Immediately after fertilization, a thorough watering should be done.
Step 20: There is a cage of young cedar.
The trees are vulnerable to wintering deer and rabbits.A wire mesh cage is good for foragers.The deer can't squeeze under the tree if the fencing is low enough.The animals can't knock it aside if it's anchored to the ground.