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Conifers - Things to Consider• All plants listed, with few exceptions, need good drainage and full to part sun exposure for initial establishment. In locations with poorly drained soil, burming is recommended. • Most of our larger conifers are field grown (stock beds), best availability is from November to April during digging season. Generally specimens are over 5’, are balled and burlapped (B&B). Smaller more common varieties are often available through the entire season in pots. For plantings needing more than 10 trees over 5’ tall, plan on ordering 1 year in advance to ensure availability. Common varieties average between $10 to $10.50 per foot of growth. Delivery to site is usually included (on Lopez, out areas delivery charges will apply). • On hole preparation, do not dig with backhoe or large equipment! Large balled trees are very heavy and will sink below the soil line over time in overly loosed soil, which in severe cases can cause death of the tree. The hole should be no deeper than the ball and twice as wide. In most cases, the trees should be staked for the first year and then the stake removed. Don’t expect much growth the first season after planting, once established many of the selections listed, under optimum conditions can put up to 2’ of growth per year. • Watering of the new tree is usually only necessary the first summer after planting with exception to very sandy sites. Mulching after planting is highly recommended to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Which compete for water, nutrients and light. Water stress (too much or not enough) will affect the tree’s rate of growth. Learn to pay attention to your plants’ needs! • Deer and rabbits can be a problem in unfenced areas, deer especially during the rutting season (August through November). Egg or blood based repellants are very effective and are recommended for at least the first two seasons. • Call us at Islandscape (360) 468-3416 and we can let you know current inventory and price quotes. |
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