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Picking out a plant to buy from the nursery is one of the most critical steps in planting a tree. You, as a tree buyer, deserve the best stock they have on hand. There are some general features to look for in a new tree, and some specific to the type of stock you buy.
There are three basic types of trees to purchase, bare root, balled and burlapped, and containerized. Each kind of stock has distinct advantages and disadvantages, as well as special concerns when picking them out.
| This is an example of a spade dug balled and burlapped tree in a basket. |
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| This is a balled and burlapped tree held together with twine. |
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| This is a bare root plant. This type should come in a moist wrapping so that the roots do not dry out. |
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| This is an example of a container grown tree. |
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| Some container trees are actually trees that were grown in the field and then transplanted into buckets for the final growing season or just before sale. These trees are often referred to as containerized. |
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Each type of stock should be handled according to its needs.
Trees with any sort of deformities should be avoided at all costs. While some problems may not be life threatening to the tree, they could be a sign that something else is also wrong. This can cause unanticipated and unnecessary future costs. |
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