To protect your tree when planting a garden around it, follow some simple guidelines, such as outlining the area for your bed and avoiding the tree roots.Pick plants that are compatible with your region and the shade requirements of your garden plot.You can learn how to plant and care for your plants.
Step 1: You can grow plants that are sun or shade compatible.
How much sun exposure your bed gets is the first thing you need to know.Take a look at your garden over the course of a day to see how the shade and sunlight levels will change.The descriptions will show how much sun the plants need.During the middle of the day in the growing season, the area will get six or more hours of direct sunlight.If this is the case, you will have a wide range of plants to choose from.The area gets a partial sun from the sunrise until noon.The sun is not as strong in the morning as it is during the middle of the day.There is partial shade when the sun goes down at 3 p.m.Areas that have dappled sunshine for a full day are covered in partial shade.Full shade would mean that the area is on the north side of the building and the tree coverage is very dense.You can still find plants that are attractive for your bed.
Step 2: The mature size of the plant is something to watch out for.
When the plant is full size, make sure it will fit under the tree and in the space you have.Plants for your bed can be small and low growing.Plants that get tall can block sunlight for smaller plants in the bed or on the lower branches of the tree.
Step 3: You can plant the flowers under the tree.
It is possible to make a bed by planting flowers under the tree.To create a more textured look, consider planting in a cluster of different flowers or shrubs.The zone where you are planting should be considered as well.Make sure the plants you buy are appropriate for your region.If you live in the desert, there are many flowers that are difficult to grow during the summer because of the heat.
Step 4: You can plant a shrub under your tree.
These plants are easy to maintain and can add variety to your bed.If you buy a shrub, make sure it is low growing.When selecting plants, consider the sunlight and region where you live.Shrubs are great for growing under trees because they can thrive with less light.
Step 5: Know when to plant.
You should not plant a pansy after the last frost of the spring.Pansies can survive the cold.If there is a frost, other flowers will die.The average last frost date is from the previous year.Search online for the last frost in your area.The last frost date in your location can be obtained by using the National Centers for Environmental Information.If you pay attention to the care instructions for your plant, it will thrive if it is planted during a specific time or at a certain temperature.irises grow best if you plant them in the late summer or early fall.You can find information on how to care for your plant at www.garden.org.Perennial plants will last at least two seasons and annuals will only grow one season.
Step 6: You should set a perimeter for your bed.
You don't need to create a border, but you should know where to plant.Take a shovel and mark off the bed.You should start planting a foot out from the trunk of the tree if you want to make a perimeter.
Step 7: You can build a raised bed around the tree.
Don't dig up the soil around your tree because you may end up digging the roots up.You can create a bed of soil around your tree.You can either use bricks or logs as a border for the outer edges of the soil or dump it around the tree.Make sure the soil around the tree is deep enough for your plants to fit in.
Step 8: Carefully remove the plant from the container.
Lift the plant out of the roots if it is a small pack of flowers.The roots are stuck to the bottom of the container.If the plant is a potted one, place your hand over the surface of the soil and turn it over.
Step 9: Remove the roots of the plant.
Take the root ball and gently untangle the roots at the edge.Untangling the roots will allow them to plant more easily in the new soil.
Step 10: Put the plant in the hole and cover it with soil.
Take your new soil and cover the flower roots with it.Press down on the soil around the flower with your hands.Now that your plant is almost set, repeat the above steps to plant the rest of your shrubs and flowers.Don't let the plant grow by the stems at all times.
Step 11: Weed your flower bed frequently and leave your plants room to grow.
Don't plant the flowers or shrubs too close together.Consider how densely you want the area to be populated with plants, and find out how big the plants are.There should be at least 2 inches of space between the plants.Weeding is one of the things you should do to maintain your flower bed.Use your hands to remove plants that are growing around your flowers and plants.Weeds can choke your flowers if you leave them unattended.If you have a schedule on your calendar, you will be able to keep track of your weeding.
Step 12: Water the area where you planted your flowers.
You should get water after planting your plants.Plants need more water when they have to compete with a tree.Setting a watering schedule will help you keep track of when and how much you need to water your plants.
Step 13: Add another inch of organic matter to your garden every year.
If your flowers are perennial or annual, you can add organic matter to your garden.You need to add organic matter because it's food for your plants.Composting can be used to make your own organic matter.You can give your plants the nutrition they need by using vegetable scraps, garden clippings, leaves or manure.
Step 14: The base of the tree should be left an inch between it and the mulch.
Place the mulch from the base of the tree to the trunk.From there, plant outside.If the trunk becomes wider and the roots are exposed, the bark will be uncovered.A raised flower bed around the tree base is not a good idea.The exposed roots of a tree need oxygen and will rot if they are not covered.
Step 15: The low branches of the tree should be trimmed.
You want to be able to see the flowers and plants below your tree.Cut any low, thin branches with a pair of shears.Remember, that living branches should be on at least 23 of the plant's height, so never trim more than 13.Pruning shears can be purchased at a hardware store.Remove branches that are less than 5 cm in diameter.Thin V-shaped branches should be trimmed.You shouldn't trim healthy U-shaped branches.If you are trimming a small branch, make sure it's not too close to a bud.The raised collar area outside of the trunk is where you should cut the larger branch.
Step 16: You should know what kind of tree you are planting.
Depending on the type of tree you are planting under, you should be more careful with how many plants you plant.If you want to garden at the base of the tree, you should plant under it.If you have a tree that is more sensitive, consider starting small and choosing a few small plants instead of creating a dense garden at the base of the tree.If you have a sensitive tree, you should create a plan for your garden that will last a few years.When planting under these trees, be careful because they are sensitive about having their roots disturbed.