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Planting a Fruit Tree in Clay Soil: Tricks & Tips

By letter2self on October 10, 2023



Planting a fruit tree in clay soil can be a little extra work- but taking the time to ensure your fruit tree gets the best possible start is well worth it. In this video I share tips & tricks to planting a fruit tree in heavy clay soil. The methods described in this video can be used on potted & bareroot trees and shrubs of all kinds- not just fruit trees.

For more information on improving clay soil: https://youtu.be/QS7qQVOzK7g

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00:00 Intro
00:50 Picking the Best Site
02:09 The Art of Digging- The Perfect Planting Hole
05:52 A Couple Extra Tricks Specific to Clay
07:32 Setting Your Tree at the Proper Level
09:24 A Word About Watering
10:14 Finishing the Job
10:41 Bonus Tips for Fruit Trees

#claysoil #zone6gardening #ohiogardening

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