If you are planting trees for good shade in your garden, you will definitely like this article as it provides you lots of information on this subject. Every shade tree lover likes trees that grow very fast and provide plenty of shade. There are lots of options of shade trees for you too choose from. So you can make a great choice between so many options by just checking how much shade your garden exactly wants. You can also increase the rate of tree growth artificially.
There are two main classes of trees and they are short lived and long lived. Short lived trees are best if you need temporary shade for your garden but you should choose long lived tree if you want shade for many years.
Normally people do short lived trees only because they need speedy growth. The root system of such shade trees is immensely aggressive so always keep such tree away from any sensitive place like septic tanks or other deep rooted plants. Be sure to provide your tree lots of space so that roots grow extremely fast. Your tree will take off in growth if you allow much space otherwise the growth will be inhibited badly. Remember to plant your tree relative to the place where you exactly want the shade. Any wrong placement can destroy your plans. You should keep it to the western or southern sides for maximum shading.
If you want extra speedy growth, always prepare your soil well before planting it. The growth rate of your tree is directly proportional to the hugeness of the hole you dig for the root ball. Always work over that soil well which you have dig out from the soil Never replace it without working It over as much as you can as it allows the roots of tree to penetrate easily and with speed. Adding all the suitable fertilizers and nutrients to the soil before replacing it can also work wonder for your tree. Also try to use organic supplies such as mulch. Bark and any branches or twigs work well for this, and will support the quick growth.
The root ball of the tree is usually balled up in a burlap bag when you buy it. If you find a tree in a burlap bag, you should set it anywhere between fall and early spring. Some trees might also be grown in a container or simply with bare roots. You can plant such trees in any time of the year. Plant your tree in winter and early spring if it has just bare roots. If you purchase a tree that has been grown in a container, make sure that the roots are not tapered by the container. It can be dangerous as it usually cause roots to go in circles underground after planting. Never forget to add moisture to the tree after buying and before planting it.
The best way of planting a tree is to put it in the ground at suitable depth and to put the soil back without giving it extra compression. Always water the plant immediately after planting it. Many gardeners make this mistake but I always advice my readers to put mulch after first watering. There should be a layer of 2 to 3 inches of organic mulch at the base of your tree.
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