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We would like to add a few new citrus trees. When is the best time to plant a tree?

Master Gardener Faq: Fruit Crops - Osceola County Extension ...
Spring is an ideal time to plant new citrus trees. Garden centers have a good supply to pick from, and the trees are ready to begin root and shoot growth. Make sure you give the new tree a sunny site and space the trees at least 12 to 15 feet apart. If you miss the spring planting season, don't worry. Container-grown trees are available year-round. They can be added to the landscape anytime.
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When is the best time to plant a citrus tree?

County Extensions Frequently Asked Questions
Potted citrus trees can be planted almost anytime of the year. Fall and Spring are two of the better times. Since newly planted citrus trees are not as cold hardy as more mature ones, Fall planting should be done at least two (2) months before freezing temperatures can be expected.
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When is the best time to plant trees and how do I properly plant a tree?

Houston Area Urban Forestry Council FAQ
In the Texas Bayou Region, the best time to plant trees are generally mid November to late February. Planting in late fall or winter will allow roots to become established before moisture demanding summer sets in. For planting techniques please refer to the Houston Area Urban Forestry Council’s Tree Information Center page located on this web site.
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What's the best citrus to plant?

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Start with what you like. If you like oranges pick a naval, blood, or Valencia. If you like grapefruit pick the white Marsh or a pink Ruby. What you really need to consider is where your citrus is going to be grown. Some are more susceptible to frost damage than others. And although there is always talk about covering citrus trees to get them through the cold nights of winter it's a lot of work.
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When's the best time to plant trees?

John Shelley's Garden Center & Nursery, Inc.
In either early Spring or throughout the Fall. The reason is that the soil temperature is low and the tree's roots can easily acclimate to the new soil where it will live for the rest of its life without stress. It takes about 30-45 days for a tree to root-in and begin living on its own without the additional care required to sustain its life. If a drought would occur, a minimum of 25 gallons or 1" of water would be required per tree per week to keep them alive.
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What is the best time to plant new trees and shrubs?

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Most woody plants do especially well when they are set out in the fall. Serious horticulturists prefer fall plantings since it allows the plants the balance of the fall, all winter and all spring to establish their new roots before the summer's hot, dry weather. Spring and summer plantings can also work well so long as you hand-water the new plants for the first season.
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When is the best time to plant trees?

Forestry & Natural Resources: Extension & Outreach: ...
The best time for planting trees is dependent on what type of tree is being planted. Most conservation tree plantings in Indiana are done with bare-root seedlings that may only be one or two years old. These seedlings should be planted in the Spring. Depending on weather conditions, March to mid May is the ideal time. Containerized seedlings can be planted in either Spring or Fall for most species.
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What is the best pH for a citrus tree?

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A:The ideal pH for a citrus tree is 6.0 to 6.5, if it's on citrus roots, or 5.5 to 6.0, if budded/grafted to Poncirus roots or one of the Poncirus hybrids (citrumelo, citrange, etc.) Ideally, you should have your soil tested. A local extension office may do it for you, or even a local college or high school with a chemistry dept. Or you can buy fairly cheap pH meters or even cheaper pH testing paper (not very accurate, but perhaps close enough).
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When is the best time to transplant a plant or tree?

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Most trees and shrubs do best when transplanted in the spring or fall, however I have found that with proper care you can transplant most pants just about any time. One more note about planting, a plant can be put in the ground any time of year as long as the ground is not frozen. It is the act of cutting the roots of a plant that is can kill it. A plant purchased at the nursury has already been transplanted and can be put in the ground any time as long as it gets watered.
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When is the best time of year to plant trees?

SMUD.org | Rebates | Shade Tree FAQ
The shade tree program distributes trees to be planted twelve months of the year. Availability of tree species is best in late spring, summer, and early fall. During the hot summer months extra care should be taken when loosening the root ball and providing deep watering on a regular basis. More on planting Local arborists and other tree experts selected SMUD's shade tree program trees.
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What time of year is best to plant trees and shrubs?

Evergreen - Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to plant is in the early spring or fall when the ground is thawed and plants are dormant.
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What is the best time of year to plant bare-root trees and hedging?

Wreford Ltd - Large Quality Hedging Plants (Native), Topiary...
To give your new tree the best possible chance of flourishing you should plant when it is devoid of leaves - usually November through to March.
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What is the best spacing for maple trees in the woods to maximize tree health and sap production?

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The best spacing is about one tree in an area measuring 30 feet x 30 feet, or 50-60 mature trees per acre. Initially, a maple grower may start with a higher density of trees but will thin several times to achieve a final density of 50-60 trees per acre. The bottom 4-6 feet or tapping zone will be reduced in value by defects associated with tapping. Above this zone, the quality of the wood will not be affected by tapping.
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How do I fertilize my citrus trees?

Pima County Master Gardener Frequently Asked Questions
Citrus are usually fertilized three times a year - Valentine's Day, Memorial Day and Labor Day. newly planted trees do not need fertilizer the first 1-2 years. Use Ammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Phosphate or Citrus Food fertilizer. The amount of fertilizer need per year depends on the age, the size, and the type of tree. For example, a medium-sized adult tree 5-6 years after planting needs 6.2 pounds of Ammonium Sulfate per year (split into three applications).
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How often do I fertilize my citrus trees?

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Thrice is nice. That's the recommendation on a bag of citrus fertilizer from Arizona's Best. And it makes sense if you think about it. First feeding comes near the end of winter which means February while the tree is somewhat dormant possibly looking a little under the weather because of a number of unexpected freezing nights so the leaves look a bit dried and discolored.
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Can I plant citrus?

Citrus Canker FAQs, DPI - FDACS
Yes. However, you must purchase certified citrus plants from nurseries that are registered with the state and because of devastating diseases such as citrus canker and citrus greening, we strongly recommend that residents find alternatives to planting citrus ? there are many wonderful fruit trees that can be grown in your area.
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Can you plant trees at any other time of the year?

Home - South Dublin County Council
Yes, but you must use what are termed "containerised trees". These are trees grown in pots, such as you would see in a garden centre. These trees are more expensive to buy and require greater care after planting, especially watering.
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When is the best time to prune trees?

TCIA | Tree Care Industry Association Staff
The old arborist saying goes, “the best time to prune is when the pruners are sharp,” meaning that trees can be pruned at any time. This is still true for most trees, although there are some points to consider and some limited exceptions to the rule.
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When my Paph plant becomes multigrowth, can I divide it? When is the best time to divide it?

PAPHIOPEDILUM: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The choice over whether to divide large plants really depends on your growing goals and situation. You may wish to grow the plant into a larger 'specimen plant' that will produce larger and more flowers reliably, or you may want to produce divisions for trade or sale if the plant is in demand. Because most of our plants 'work by producing seed, we are very hesitant to divide them unless they fall apart at a division point when they are repotted.
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How do you plant a macadamia tree?

Mac Faq's
Since macadamia trees are evergreen, you can prune them any time that you want. However, for the most part, they do not require a great deal of pruning for themselves. If you are not pleased with your trees shape then go at it. If you open up the tree to the rays of the sun you could make it a subject for sunburn. You can make a suntan lotion using white latex paint mixed half and half with water, then just brush it on the areas that you have exposed to the sun.
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Can I dig up a tree, bush, plant?

USDA Forest Service, Pike & San Isabel National Forests,...
Not without a permit. Please contact the South Park Ranger District in Fairplay for more information 719 836-2031.
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What is the best time to plant a new lawn?

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It will depend on the grass. Warm-season grasses such as the various bermudas, zoysias and St. Augustine should be planted from April through September. May is an outstanding time, since summer's blast hasn't quite hit yet. If you plant in the summer you'll have to be much more concerned about keeping the grass moist until it can root into the ground. Cool-season grasses fescue and rye are planted in mid-September.
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When is the best time to buy and plant new rhododendrons?

Mason-Dixon Rhododendron FAQ
The best planting time for USDA hardiness zone 6 and south is the early fall; for zone 5 and north, the spring is better. (See the USDA zone map, to determine your zone. A draft version of an updated map is available here.) Loosen and remove some of the potting medium until root ends are pulled out of the mix and extended out into the soil when planted. Work soil around extended roots with your hands, packing with feet will tear roots. Most plants grow better in soils high in organic matter.
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How do you determine the best type of tree to plant?

Houston Area Urban Forestry Council FAQ
People plant trees for different reasons, many prefer broad canopy trees that provide shade, while others prefer trees with color, and some prefer trees that are utilized by birds and other wildlife. The best way to determine what type of tree to plant is to first decide on the reason for planting. The next step is to look at the planting site and determine if the tree you want will “fit” in the site that you have planned.
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What if I want to plant more trees than the five tree forest you offer?

Incredible ecards that Plant a Tree! A Lasting Gift for Some...
We have set up an automatic calculator on the site that makes it easy for you to enter any number of trees that you would like. In the order process when asked for the number of trees you would like to plant choose "Tree Preserve" and add your desired quantity in the box. The cost is $6. per shade, fruit or flowering tree and $7. per evergreen tree. The correct total dollar amount will appear automatically at check out.
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Athens Utilities Board - FAQ - Right of Way
Most professionals recommend tree pruning in the dormant season (during the winter time when the trees are not growing). Most professionals also advise that if you are not severely pruning a tree, it can be pruned any time of year. Certified arborists recommend that it is more important to make the proper cuts and follow sound arboricultural practices than to limit pruning to just a certain time of year.
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