Conifers are cone-bearing trees and shrubs with needle-like or scale-like leaves. The majority of conifers are evergreen trees and shrubs that keep their needles throughout the year , however, there are a number of important exceptions, such as larches Larix , the bald-cypress Taxodium and the dawn redwood Metasequoia , which are deciduous lose their needles each fall. The American Conifer Society classifies conifers by growth rate:. Conifers can be planted in early spring March to May and early fall September to October.
As with all plants, try to plant your conifers on an overcast day when the tree will lose less water through transpiration the evaporation of water from plants.
Dig a hole that is 2 to 3 times the width of the root ball and the same depth as the height of the ball a wide and shallow hole. There are two schools of thought in terms of planting trees and shrubs: one school states that you amend the soil with organic matter and the other says that the tree will have the best chance of survival if you leave the soil alone.
The idea behind the second theory is that the plant will be forced to adjust into the native surroundings without supplemental help. As you are moving the plant from one environment the soil in the container or root ball into a new one, why not give it a boost by adding at least some compost or equivalent?
When planting a container plant, rest the container on its side and carefully slide the conifer out of the pot. If the plant is root bound, loosen the roots with your hand, a hand cultivator hand fork or a knife so they are not spiraling in a circle around the root ball.
Balled and burlapped conifers should be placed in the hole intact. Position the conifer firmly in hole and make any adjustments while the burlap is still on the root ball.
Cut the burlap, string and wire away from the trunk with a sharp knife or pruning shears and wire-cutters and gently pull the material away from the root ball.
Try to slide the burlap out from underneath the root ball, gently tilting the tree to the side if necessary. Always remove the burlap unless the root ball is falling apart. If it is falling apart, remove as much of the burlap as possible without disturbing the root ball. Untreated burlap will eventually decompose, but it hinders the initial root growth that is important for the successful establishment of the tree.
Fill in the hole and water. When you are planting a conifer, make sure that the trunk flare the point where the roots and the trunk meet is slightly higher than ground level. This will compensate for the tree settling once it has been planted. Build a rim around the newly planted tree that will act as a saucer and allow water to collect around the roots. Newly planted conifers will need regular watering for 3 to 6 months until the roots get established.
For the first few weeks, check every 2 to 3 days to make sure the soil is not dry stick your finger 2 to 3 inches into the soil and water deeply if needed. In general, with trees and shrubs you can measure the diameter of the trunk and this will give you an idea of how many years you will need to go out and give it supplemental watering during dry periods in the summer and fall.
For example, if the diameter is 2 inches, then keep an eye on the watering for 2 years. Conifers are not heavy feeders; perform a soil test and fertilize according to the needs indicated. Many soils do not require any fertilizer. Evergreen trees continue to produce energy from sunlight photosynthesize throughout the winter, which requires water. Brown branches on affected trees should not be pruned off, as they may still have viable buds.
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For a Purpose. Spring interest plants Summer interest plants Autumn interest plants Winter interest plants. Choosing a conifer, when and where to plant Choosing the right conifer for your garden Finding the right conifer for the right place is key. Consider the eventual height and spread of different varieties very carefully. Taller growing varieties won't just stop growing when they reach a sensible height. If you're looking to plant fast-growing varieties and want to control their height, make sure you can definitely commit to pruning at least once a year.
If you're looking to choose a tall-growing variety make sure you can commit to clipping it at least once per year. Planting a conifer near Jackson's Nurseries, Staffordshire Limit your selection to dwarf conifers for rockeries. Anything larger will end up requiring you to lift the stones to remove it at a later date.
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