There is a huge range of trees available in nurseries. You can find the tree that best fits your needs, whether it is creating shade in your yard, growing fruits or simply adding life and height to your landscaping. Coniferous, deciduous, evergreen, small, medium, or large, there are so many choices!
If you want to enjoy your tree without having to wait, and that you want a tree of good caliber, the root ball is your best option. It is also the case for the coniferous and other evergreen trees. The root ball tree offers many advantages, including a fast and efficient recovery, and it is easy to transport.
What is a root ball tree?
A root ball tree is a tree that has grown into the ground in a production nursery. Unlike potted trees, that should be repotted regularly during their growth, the root ball trees stay in the field until harvest time. With specialized equipment, we remove the tree, its roots and its soil and cover them up in burlap or a spindle basket.
This is how the mature tree is sent to garden centers, and then sold to customers that can then plant it right away in their chosen spot.
How to plant a root ball tree
If you opt for a root ball tree, you first need to dig a hole the same depth as the root ball, and two to three times its size. You then need to add a dose of mycorrhizae to promote good take-up and optimal root establishment. To know all the steps to planting a tree, read our complete article on it.
If your root ball is held in place by burlap, you can cut off only the bottom part and leave the burlap on top. The soil will decompose the material over time. If your tree is in a wire basket, take great care not to cut the roots by removing the metal wires that hold the soil and roots together.
If you wish to fully enjoy all the benefits that can offer mature trees without having to plant them yourself, communicate with us. We offer tree delivery and planting services. Enjoy life with no worries.
