Case in point: staking, which is a way to support a tree until it can fend for itself. When done properly, staking can set a newly planted tree up for a successful and long life. Find out which ...

Linda Chalker-Scott, Ph.D. horticulturist from Washington State University, calls this “rampant tree bondage” in her fact ...

When I see trees being tortured by horrible tree staking, it upsets me. I hate the practice of leaving tree stakes, ties and ...

so new roots can spread into the soil more easily and help the tree establish. Take the tree out of its pot, put it in the centre of the hole and check the level by placing a garden cane or stake ...