13 Questions
Prepare the young plant taken from the nursery. Take extra care handling them so as not to damage its ______s.
roots
Estimate how long the ______ of the young plant are. Then dig a hole which is slightly wider and deeper than the roots of the young plant.
roots
Square holes are much better because the ______ of the tree can go around as it grows.
roots
The hole should not be too deep. The transplanted young plant should be of the same height on the ground as it was on the nursery. Back-fill a little if the hole is too deep. Planting too deep in the ground will rot the ______ of the young plant.
stem
As you back-fill, keep the soil firm. Compacted soil will cause the ______ of the young plant to die because it prevents water and air circulation.
roots
It is important to handle the young plant carefully to avoid damaging its roots.
True
Square holes are recommended for planting young trees because they allow the roots to grow around easily.
True
The hole for transplanting the young plant should be deeper than the roots to provide extra space for root establishment.
False
If the hole is too deep, it is recommended to back-fill a little bit to adjust the height of the young plant.
True
Compacting the soil too much while back-filling can help in root stabilization.
False
The roots of a young plant can die if planted too shallowly, with some roots above the ground.
True
Watering the newly-transplanted young plant is necessary to support its growth and recovery.
True
It is ideal to plant a young tree with its stem deeper in the ground for better stability.
False
Learn how to properly plant a young tree from a nursery, including estimating root length and preparing the hole. Understand the importance of providing enough space for the roots to establish and the benefits of using square holes over round holes.
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