How Do You Plant A Colorado Spruce In Heavy Clay Soil?
The Colorado spruce (Picea pungens) is a handsome evergreen tree that is desirable for landscapes across the northern United States and Canada. Planting it in heavy clay soil requires extra steps to ensure there is proper water drainage, soil aeration as well as good soil placement around the rootball. Locate a spot in the landscape that is relatively level but not in a low area where the soil often floods or remains wet for a prolonged period after a rainfall. Spruce trees need good drainage, even if it is going to be planted in heavy clay. Ensure the selected location also receives lots of sunlight, at least six or eight hours each day. Dig a small preliminary hole to determine the density (hardness) of the clay soil presently. Also note if there are any underground irrigation pipes or large rocks that need to be avoided. Bring the containerized or ball-and-burlapped (B&B) spruce tree to the location, setting it temporarily about 5 to 8 feet away from the spot where it is to be plant
