Tree Planting

A detailed technical drawing illustrating the proper method for planting a tree. At the center, there is a cross-section of a tree planting setup. The tree is supported by multiple anchors with wires at approximately 120-degree angles, as shown in a top-down view inset on the top left. The root collar of the tree is positioned 2 to 3 inches above the finished grade level. Surrounding the base of the tree, a 3-inch layer of mulch is applied. The diagram indicates that materials like burlap and wire baskets should be completely removed from the top half of the root ball. Instructions are detailed for removing all plastic and other wrapping materials. The soil is rototilled to a depth of 12 inches, and the planting mixture is specified, with guidance to scarify the sides of the planting hole. The entire structure is labeled with specific measurements, such as 12-inch and 36-inch typical dimensions for certain components, and notes to use tree wrap secured with tape.