How to Grow Fruit Trees - Part 5 : Planting Fruit Trees
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Planting Fruit Trees in the Garden
- Soak the tree’s root ball in Garden Time Seafeed for 10-15 minutes before planting to reduce transplant shock.
- Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the container the tree came in.
- Add a combination of Garden Time Compost and Daltons Premium Garden Mix to the hole and mix it well.
- At this point, you can also add in Garden Time Chicken and Sheep Pellets and a couple of Premium Planter Tabs for slow-release nutrients.
- Create a mound at the bottom in the middle where the tree’s root ball will sit.
- Place the tree in the hole, replace the soil around the root ball and pat it to make it compact and firm.
- The base of the tree stem should be slightly higher than ground level to prevent water from pooling around the trunk and causing rots.
- Water thoroughly after planting and apply a layer of Daltons Premium Mulch & Grow to control weeds and retain moisture.
Planting Fruit Trees in Containers
Choosing the right container size, mix, and location is crucial for container-grown fruit trees. Ideally select dwarf varieties, opt for larger containers with proper drainage holes and use quality potting mix to support healthy growth.
Varieties for Containers: Citrus grow well in containers. Try red guava or dwarf Feijoa Bambina. See more dwarf varieties in the list above.
- Soak the tree’s root ball in Garden Time Seafeed for about 10-15 minutes before planting.
- Partially fill your container with Garden Time Fruit & Citrus Mix.
- Place the tree in the container and adjust the mix under the plant until it is at the desired height.
- Fill the rest of the container to approximately 2cm from the top, gently tapping to ensure the mix distributes throughout the roots.
- Apply a layer of Daltons Premium Mulch & Grow on top to protect the soil and keep moisture from evaporating. Alternatively, try our Daltons Avalanche Pebble 8-14mm or Fine Lime Chip to give an attractive finish.