Shrub Planting

A technical drawing showing two cross-sectional diagrams for shrub planting. The upper diagram illustrates a shrub planted in a flat area. The root collar is set 2 to 3 inches above grade, and the planting area is covered with a 3-inch layer of mulch. The drawing indicates the root ball is partially submerged in a planting mixture, which is specified. Burlap is removed from the root ball, and the undisturbed subgrade is noted below.

The lower diagram shows a shrub planted on a slope. Here, the root collar is positioned at the slope line. The existing slope is depicted, and similar to the upper diagram, the root ball is surrounded by a specified planting mixture. Burlap is also removed, with a 6-inch typical depth indicated above the root ball. Both diagrams highlight the relationship between the shrub, the surrounding ground, and preparation specifics.