It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

I can give you 90 million reasons to plant a tree and not one reason not to, unless you are not interested in caring for that tree during your lifetime. Trees grow slowly, heal slowly, and die slowly.

Choosing the right tree for your property starts with evaluating your planting site's conditions. Research tree species that match your site's sunlight, soil, and size limitations. Inspect potential ...