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Don't dig your way to China when trying to plant a tree - A hole dug too deep is a sure way to kill a tree

FALLBROOK – With Earth Day approaching on April 22, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the wondrous benefits of trees and make a wise investment by planting a shade tree.

But before planting, take some advice from the experts to help a new tree live a long time.

“Too often, consumers waste hundreds of dollars on trees that will die because they were planted too deep,” said Tchukki Andersen, staff arborist with the Tree Care Industry Association.

“Proper planting is absolutely essential in the failure or success of a transplanted tree,” says Andersen. “Using quality plants and following up...

 

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