Planting Details

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Tree Planting Details

Reference details for installation proposals.

Coniferous tree planting detail

Coniferous Tree Planting Detail

Typical conifer installation showing staking, mulch spacing, pit preparation, and root ball placement.

  • Temporary staking and support as required
  • Mulch kept back from the trunk
  • Root ball placed on stable, firm base
  • Backfill compacted to reduce air pockets
  • Twine, rope, and burlap removed from the top portion of the root ball at planting
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Deciduous tree planting detail

Deciduous Tree Planting Detail

Typical deciduous installation showing root flare visibility, staking, mulch placement, and backfill approach.

  • Root flare visible at the top of the root ball
  • Top of root ball set slightly above grade where needed
  • Temporary staking outside the root ball zone
  • Mulch ring kept clear of the trunk
  • Soil tamped firmly around the root ball base
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Installation Note

Installation methods may be adjusted to suit site conditions, drainage, access, utilities, and approved field changes while maintaining sound planting practices.