To ensure exceptionally high survival rates of tree seedlings,Trees For Earth recommend the complete Plant Pink Tree Planting System.

Step 1. Test soils to identify any serious mineral and soil biological deficiencies SOIL TEST SAMPLE SHEET

Step 2. Identify compaction layers and deep rip appropriately to open up the soil

Step 3. Mark out tree spacings according to tree type and habitat goal

Step 4. Remove all grass using herbicides or heavy mulching* Refer to Article - Sustainable Herbiciding

Step 5. Dig holes deeper than the pot making sure the hole edges are not smooth

Step 6. Place 300gms (1 cup) of Trees For Earth Tree Starter TM into the planting hole

Step 7. Plant tree seedlings (preferably tube stock), just covering the root ball, leaving a depression to hold water

Step 8. Water in a liquid fertiliser to limit stress and feed soil biology

Step 9. Put down weed mat

Step 10. Set up Trees For Earth Tree Guard

Step 11. Place dry 'brown' mulch around the outside of the tree guard

Step 12. Spread a prescription blend or carbon-based fertiliser around the mulch perimeter to correct identified imbalances identified in soil tests ( as in Step 1)