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#Royal raindrop crabapple tree full

Add mulch on top of soil making sure to not put mulch against the trunk or stems.The top of the root ball should be visible and slightly higher than the soil around it.Fill the hole to the top of the ball with soil, then soak well with water and let settle.

Lastly, remove exposed burlap from top of ball Then, remove or bend back top ? of metal basket.

Once the tree is straight and located as desired, cut and remove twine.

Backfill ½ of the hole with soil and completely saturate the soil with water.

Place fertilizer packets into the bottom of the hole (if purchased).

If necessary, add soil under the ball so the root flair is exposed. This root flair should show when the tree is planted.

Notice where the base of the trunk flairs out from the tree.

Dig a hole at least 6" wider and no deeper than the size of the ball on the plant.

If a hard frost is expected be sure to hold off on planting. A good indicator if you can still plant is if the ground is still workable you’re good to go.

Scroll down to an orange rectangular box and click on “Handling & Plant Guidelines” for illustration on planting each of these types.Be sure to space plants 10 to 20 feet apart, depending on the expected mature size of the variety.Plant as a specimen/accent or in small groups.Established trees have some drought tolerance.

#Royal raindrop crabapple tree full

Best grown in medium moisture, well-drained, acidic loams in full sun.Planting & Care for Royal Raindrops Crabapple Trees