英语作文《how to plant a plant》

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Select the right time of year for planting the tree. If you plant your tree at the wrong time of year it's going to be less likely to survive and grow. Do not plant in late spring or summer because the heat will stress the plant and may cause it to die. Of course, all this depends on the type of plant, because different plants have different needs.
In general, April and May are the best times to plant in the Northern hemisphere, because the tree has all summer to grow and get accustomed to its new abode. Otherwise, September and October are your best bet. It tends to be cooler and rainier and the trees are getting ready for hibernation.
Certain trees don't do well if planted in the fall, like oaks (nut trees) and birches. Container trees tend to do better if planted in the fall than trees in burlap or trees that are baled, because these tend to go into transplanting shock in the fall.
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Check to see if there are any local requirements about digging. These types of requirements tend to concern digging deep holes near telephone and other cables (for example, in urban areas). You'll need to make sure that you know where these cables and systems before you dig.
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Choose a suitable tree for the region, climate, and space. Trees native to your area tend to do well, and you won't be introducing a potential invasive plant species. It will be easier to care for a tree that is already native to the area.[1]
Research local cultivars of species native to your area. If you are willing plant a non-native species, consider carefully why and whether it's actually a good idea to do so, since non-native trees can be invasive and damaging to the ecosystem of your area.[2]
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Prepare the hole. Take a suitable shovel and dig a hole that is 4-5 times the width of the root ball, more than enough so it will fit, and give room for the fresh roots to grow without stress. This lets the roots ease in more easily and begin to grow outwards into the soil. No need to cut off the wire root basket if there is one, the roots will grow through and it will prevent damage to the root ball during planting.[3]
Try to dig the hole with a small "pedestal" of dirt in the center of the hole where the tree will rest. The hole should be a little deeper around the edges but there should be a pedestal of dirt in the center where the root ball sits. This pedestal prevents the root ball from sitting continuously in water. Any excess water will naturally flow to the deeper areas of the hole around the edges where the roots can drink from if needed.
Having a pedestal in the center of the hole is very important since one of the major reasons why trees die is "drowning," meaning the tree is getting too much water and the root ball is sitting in a pool of water. The point where the tree comes out of the ground should be slightly higher than the ground around it. Slightly higher means 1/4 to 1/2 inch. This prevents water from collecting next to the base of the trunk which causes the tree to rot.
Use the garden cultivator to loosen the dirt all around the hole to make it easier for the roots to spread.
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Prepare the tree for planting. You need to do this to make sure that you're planting your tree properly and so that it will survive. The process is slightly different for a small tree and a large tree.
If it is a small tree, then you can turn it upside down gently to get it out of the pot. You could also cut some plastic containers to remove them.
If the tree is larger and has a net or a hessian or rope bag, you might need to use large scissors or a sharp knife to cut through the packaging. Avoid handling the tree with the burlap off. Put it in the hole, then cut the burlap and rope from around the trunk of the tree, leaving the wire basket. The goal is to keep as much dirt around the roots as possible; moving the tree more than absolutely necessary can easily cause air to get to the roots and dry them out, even inside the root ball.
Don't leave a tree's roots out of its container or burlap for too long. Especially in sun and wind, it could dry out and damage the roots.
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Use a seed for planting. Follow this step only if you're going to be growing a tree from a seed. Growing a tree from a seed means germinating the seed, planting it at the appropriate time and taking close care of it. This way takes a bit longer than planting by transplanting a tree from a container.[4]
To germinate a seed you may have to use scarification, which means that you break the seed coat and allow moisture to penetrate so that the plant embryo can begin germinating. You can also use the cold stratification process which means that you mimic the over-wintering process and expose the seed to cool, moist conditions.
Once the seeds have germinated in a normal fashion, plant them in an individual container or a seed tray. The seeds for the different trees will be different, so follow the instructions accordingly for each. When they've germinated, move them to a brighter location and make sure that they are well ventilated.
Remember, different tree seeds will grow differently so you'll need to make sure that you follow the instructions for each individual tree. An apple tree will grow differently than a cherry tree or a pine tree.

------------PLANTING A TREE-----------
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Place the tree into the hole gently. Be sure the hole isn't too deep or too shallow. The ground level of the plant in the pot should match up with the ground level after you fill the hole in. Do not bury over the crown (where the stem changes to root) or leave any roots exposed.
You can place the handle of your shovel flat across the hole from one side to the other to measure whether the crown is level with the surrounding soil before filling in the hole.
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Use some compost or composted manure if needed. If the soil that you currently have is not rich, has clay-like qualities or has the consistency of dust or sand, the addition of manure or compost will give the tree a great start in life.
Backfill three quarters of the hole with existing dirt, one quarter with compost or composted manure.
Resist the temptation to use a commercial fertilizer; it tends to over-boost the tree and make it "burn out", which means it is less likely to do well over the long term. A great benefit to new trees, however, is an organic mixture that includes mycorrhiza, beneficial fungi that enhance a tree's uptake of soil nutrients. It may also include rock phosphate, a natural root-growth enhancer.
Give fruit and nut trees extra attention. Adding manure or compost is essential if you are planting a fruit or nut tree. Backfill two thirds of the hole with existing dirt and one third with compost or composted manure for each fruit or nut tree.
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Water the newly planted tree. Allow settling, backfill the remaining soil, and water again. This will eliminate air pockets. Water one gallon (3.7 liters) for every six inches (15 cm) of tree height.[5]
After the planting is finished come back in about an hour and water one more time.
Keep watering your tree for the first few years as it gets established. Depending on the climate and your area, it will need weekly watering until the roots are established. To form deep roots, water deeply. A long, slow trickle of water will water more deeply than a quick sprinkling. Remember, deep roots help your tree to resist droughts and winds. Let the ground dry out, at least somewhat, between watering.
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Use mulch! Cover the planting hole with 1-3 inches (2.5 cm - 7.6 cm) of shredded hardwood or leaf mulch. Keep the mulch 2-3" away from the trunk or the trunk will rot. Don't over-mulch the tree, either. A few inches are enough to keep water in and most weeds out. Mulch a circle out to the drip line, about the same width as the tree's leaves.[6]
A visible patch of mulch also helps remind people not to step or mow or run astring trimmer too close to the tree.
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Stake the tree if necessary, for about the first year. Make sure that whatever stakes you use are tied loosely to the trunk and do not dig into the bark or tighten around the tree. Remove the stakes once the roots have a chance to become established, after about the first year. Staking protects the tree against blowing over in the wind, and it can also help to remind people moving around the tree not to run into it.
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Enjoy the tree as it grows over the years. Appreciate its shade and beauty andthank yourself for adding another tree to the world. You won't regret it and as long as you properly care for it, the tree can grow a long time!本回答被网友采纳

How to plant a plant
Trees are very important to us.They are very useful,too.How do you plant a tree?
First,we can dig a big and deep hole.Then we can put the tree right in the hole.Make sure it is straight.After that,we can cover the hole with soil.Finally,we should water the tree with enough water.Trees are our good friends.We should plant more trees.