Written by - Wild plants may be on private or government property, be sure to ask for permission first.
- Don’t let the tree get dehydrated, if the soil doesn’t feel moist, it needs to be watered.
- Don’t over-water, needles will yellow if you over-water the tree.
- Trees in poor health should not have any major pruning done on them.
- When pruning off many major branches at the same time be sure to allow for a year of healthy growth in a deep pot before and after the pruning.
- Don’t leave wires on for more than a few months as Hemlocks will scar.
- Branches are a little brittle so take some care when bending them.
- The new roots are very delicate and can be easily damaged. Use care when unwrapping the plastic and potting the tree.
- Do not remove or disturb the sphagnum moss during the process.
