Planting a tree is one of the best investments you can make in your home and your local environment, whether you’re in Wisconsin, Iowa, or Minnesota. But here’s the secret: how you plant it matters more than the tree itself.
At Legacy-Trees, we focus on the science behind long-term health, ensuring your tree lives up to its full potential.
Stop the Strangulation: The Truth About Tree Planting Depth
The most common reason a young tree struggles years down the line is being planted too deep. It sounds simple, but a shallow mistake can have serious consequences.
When a tree is buried too low, it encourages something called Stem Girdling Roots (SGRs). These are roots that grow in a circle around the trunk, eventually choking the life out of the tree by cutting off water and nutrient flow.
We make sure the root flare (where the trunk widens at the base) is visible and at grade. Getting the Proper Tree Planting depth prevents SGRs before they even start.
Starting Strong: Superior Root Systems
We don’t just use standard trees. Our commitment to quality means we often use trees grown with Air root pruning technology.
Why is this important? Unlike typical nursery trees that can develop circling roots in a container, air pruning encourages a dense, outward-growing root structure. This better root architecture means the tree establishes itself faster and handles the challenging weather in the Upper Midwest with greater resilience.
Long-Term Health: It Takes a Plan
Planting is just the beginning. To guide your tree toward strong, safe maturity, we recommend consistent care, including Stewardship pruning.
This is more than just cutting dead branches; it’s thoughtful structural pruning that sets up the tree for decades of balanced growth. It ensures your tree develops a strong framework, reducing the chance of major storm damage later on.
Invest With Confidence: Our 5-year warranty
Because we insist on using superior stock and practicing Proper Tree Planting techniques, we back our work. We include a 5-year warranty on our installed Legacy Trees. This isn’t just a guarantee; it’s a testament to the confidence we have in our process and the longevity of the trees we plant across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota.