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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Williamson County 3151 SE Inner Loop, Suite A

Georgetown, TX 78626-6343 Ph: 512.943.3300

Fax: 512.943.3301 Url: http://williamson.agrilife.org Aug. 2013

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Do not stake the trunk unless the tree has a large crown, or the planting is situated on a windy site or where people may push them over. Stake for a maximum of one year. NOTE: Evergreens rarely require staking.

Soak soil well, making sure no air pockets form between roots.

Add 2” - 3” of mulch, taking care to keep it away from the trunk.

Prune basal suckers (sprouts that grow out at the base of a tree)

Don not prune terminal leader or branch tips.

Prune any co-dominate leaders or narrow crotch angles.

Prune rubbing of crossed branches.

Prune any broken branches.