Tree care after planting (TLC)

You have so far invested time and money to get the trees in the ground so itis logical to look after them as best you can.

Weed growth is bad news for the young tree as the weeds compete for water and their fine roots can, in light rain fall, stop any moisture getting to the tree roots. There are two ways to deal with this - you can very carefully spray or you can cultivate the 1 meter diameter circle. Well it is not really cultivation I suppose but it involves using a hoe.

Giving the trees a good start

Having talked about the nature of the shelter - species, spacings and aspect I have a few tips on planting etc., that may be of help. I guess the proof is in the pudding in that we can now sit on our veranda in a strong Northwesterly and enjoy a quiet drink without getting blown away.