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Arbor Day Honors J. Sterling Morton
Pick the right tree for the right spot and then plant it properly.
- Select a healthy plant that suits your region and fits your site and landscaping needs.
- Don’t plant too deep. Dig your hole no deeper than the root ball and two or three times as wide. Gently pull topsoil away to locate the primary lateral roots; these should sit at, or just below, the soil surface.
- Peel away the container and/or carefully remove any burlap and wiring. Set the tree in the hole and hold it at an upright angle.
For more selection and planting information, visit www.ArborDay.org/trees.
