Site Challenges:
Trees - Dead or Alive

Living Trees

Planting under living trees and in areas with exposed tree roots.

Planting under living trees requires special care to avoid damaging tree roots. When planting under trees, dig a separate hole for each plant.

If you are planting along woody banks, keep in mind plants will not be as large or as full as in other areas. But that is the way the plants would naturally grow.

In addition, avoid using heavy machinery when planting in shoreline areas. Heavy equipment can compact the soil and, as noted earlier, compacted soil leads to water runoff and contributes to the erosion process.