On this Arbor Day, find out which tree species are great to have at home and how to plant them correctly
Did you know that Arbor Day is celebrated today (21)? So it is! And this is a very important date, because it is needed make people aware on the importance of taking care of this very important natural resource which are trees.
So nothing better on this date than planting a tree yourself! Here are some tips on how to do it as well what are the best species have at home:
Tips on tree species to have at home
If you are planning to plant the tree indoors, it is better choose species that can grow well indoors. So, for example, monguba, olive, lyre fig, and false rubber tree are good options.
If you want to plant the tree on your sidewalk, you need to be even more careful. This is because the wrong species for the environment can end up creating problems, bursting water or sewer pipes, causing electrical grid failures, or creating the risk of falling heavy branches.
And, in these cases, to cut or prune the tree it will be necessary to ask the Municipality and the local electricity company. So it’s best to think carefully before choosing the tree for your driveway and research the pros and cons of each species. Some options that usually work well in this respect are ipês, greenhouse manacá and magnolia.
It is worth remembering that, before planting a tree on the sidewalk, it is necessary to go to the town hall to obtain a permit. In many cases, the city can also indicate which species are a good option in your region.
How to plant?
Having chosen which tree you will plant, it is necessary find a suitable placeafter all, it will grow and take up more space over time.
The first step in planting a tree is know how to choose the plant, as there are species that love humid and shady places, while others prefer dry and sunny places. Also consider where you will plant the tree, as it will grow and take up more space.
Another tip for planting a tree well is to fertilize the soil with substances such as manure from cattle and chickens, organic compounds or earthworm humus, all of which may be more suitable for certain species. Already at the time of planting itself, the advice is to be careful when removing the seedling from the package and placing it vertically in the hole in the ground.
Also, if there are animals in the place where the tree will be planted, it may also be necessary to create a fence around it. So, take care of your tree and remember to water it with the right frequency!
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Source: Terra
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