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Start with a hole that is at least twice the size of the pot or ball of soil.
 
Take the plant out of the pot and measure it in the hole, dig or add soil to the right height. You don't want to plant it any deeper than it has already been planted in the pot.
 
Add Organic Matter and bonemeal to the hole. Organic Matter helps to retain moisture and nutrients. Bonemeal will help with development of roots.
 
Before planting, be sure to cut tangled or girdling roots.
 
Set the plant in the hole and fill the hole a few inches of soil at a time, lightly packing after each layer.
 
Add Mulch if wanted.
 
Water plants regularly for the first season after planting.
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Article ID: 16
Author: Perry Stothart
Created: 2 Feb, 2007
Modified: 6 Apr, 2010
Views: 1140