When planting tress, where does the peat moss go?

Valentinegirl Posted: Mar 31, 2005 11:17 AM

When planting tress, where does the peat moss go?

At the bottom, top or mixed in w/ the soil? Thanks!

jms100303 Posted: Mar 31, 2005 12:34 PM

Re: When planting tress, where does the peat moss go?

Mixed in with the soil. Peat moss absorbs water so that the roots would be well nurished. I usually put it on the bottom of the hole and then in the middle.

Valentinegirl Posted: Mar 31, 2005 01:10 PM

Re: When planting tress, where does the peat moss go?

Thank you!

Kel Posted: Mar 31, 2005 11:46 PM

Re: When planting tress, where does the peat moss go?

Not sure about the peat moss .. but my understanding is .. you should create a 'well' in the soil around the trunk of the tree .. helps to puddle the water to get to the roots rather than letting it run off if you created a mound.

Last fall, I had purchased & planted a few Rose-of-Sharon bushes .. and the directions had said to leave the peat moss on top.

Maybe it depends on the plant??? You could always check with a nursery or wherever you purchase(d) the tree(s).