How to Plant a Cherry Tree | Ask This Old House

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4 жыл бұрын

Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada travels to Washington D.C. to help a homeowner select and plant a cherry tree for his house.
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Time: 2-3 hours
Cost: $100
Skill Level: Beginner
Tools:
Shovel [amzn.to/2J9A1Df]
Hand rake [amzn.to/39eSvNo]
Canvas tarp [amzn.to/2UbTkSB]
Hose [amzn.to/2UIN44b]
Shopping List:
Cherry Tree [amzn.to/2wmtDpG]
Compost [amzn.to/2xUCb7l]
Mulch [amzn.to/2J7HuTc]
Steps:
1. Start by identifying a good location for the tree, keeping in mind that it will grow and get larger.
2. Trace the outside of the bucket using the shovel, then pull the tree out of the way to dig. Leave space on the outside of the bucket so that the hole ends up being about twice as wide as the tree.
3. Dig the hole for the tree about as deep as the pot. Be sure to set the grass on top aside so it doesn’t end up in the backfill pile. It helps to place the soil and the grass on a tarp to prevent damage to the lawn.
4. Loosen up some of the soil at the bottom of the hole and mix in some compost.
5. Pull the tree out of the bucket and place it in the hole.
6. Gently break up the roots of the tree using a hand rake.
7. Rotate the tree and orient it in the desired position.
8. Mix more of the compost in with the soil that was originally dug out of the hole. Use this mix to backfill the tree. Be sure to keep the flare of the tree above the soil line.
9. Soak the tree with water.
10. Cover the base of the tree with a layer of mulch to help keep the roots moist and prevent weeds.
Resources:
Jenn planted a Yoshino cherry [amzn.to/2wmtDpG], which grows best in Hardiness Zones 5-8 [planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/P...] and can be purchased from a nursery or garden center.
Expert assistance with this segment was provided by Cordt Gardens, LLC (www.cordtgardens.com/)
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@samv2783 4 жыл бұрын

That's really close to that fence. I hope the neighbor likes that tree. In a few years he'll be raking up almost half the leaves that fall from it.

@allisons1245 4 жыл бұрын

These are indeed lovely trees, however, they get huge. Huge. The one in this video is far too close to the fence. It will overhang into the neighbors yard by about a third. This is the cycle of a yoshino cherry: Bloom. Lovely. Blooms shed like pink snow. After petals are gone, bloom stems fall all over. Berries come, some fall, most ripen. Birds eat them and poop berry colored poop. All the berries that fell off will seed. Mowing reduces this, but any beds nearby, birds will take seeds to. How do I know this? I have 2 quite large trees in my yard. One is about 20 feet from my house. Mistake. Oh...final 'need to know' issue. Roots. They put out massive roots. Massive. they will grow right out of the ground if you ever have drought like weather. The roots will take over an area as large or larger than the leaf canopy. Think twice about this tree. There are better choices. In the yard in the video, in the area proposed, a dwarf flowering cherry of some type would be better, or perhaps a dwarf ornamental plum. Not a Yoshino.

@iphar 4 жыл бұрын

Really loved the carefully composed advice. Thank you. :-)

@someone321 4 жыл бұрын

allison schmitt Thank you for the great advice!

@shivermetimber6738 3 жыл бұрын

Yes my parents had one for years and after the tree died they are still trying to get the roots up, its a mess. You'd think I'd have learned but no I just bought one. However we have a huge garden so I plan on planting far away from the house, driveway and road!

@ychai2812 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lolimiy 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with you! And that’s what Japanese garden experts would suggest too. May I ask how and where to look for a dwarf weeping cherry tree? And can we plant it in a pot to control the root to destroy house foundation? Thanks

@lolimiy 2 жыл бұрын

In Japan, most of flowering cherry tree are not recommended for back yard garden ( too close to house) , because of it’s massive roots, etc. That’s why you almost only see them in public spaces such parks, along the river,etc.

@galehess6676 Жыл бұрын

lol, yeah, there's not nearly enough space in the yard, not even close

@user-tk7kz1fl2r 2 ай бұрын

They graft them on a tree type with less root vigour which also keeps the tree smaller. I have several and there are no issues at all. It’s not an oak tree!

@millieatr 2 жыл бұрын

When i planted my Cherry tree i was proud of myself because i actually knew which end of the tree went into the ground😳

@dfresh1524 4 жыл бұрын

"In winter the bark is interesting." Can't say I've ever heard someone excited about that aspect of a tree. Trying to oversell a little bit?

@dw2843 4 жыл бұрын

Some trees genuinely do have interesting bark. This tree isn't one of them.

@bwakel310 4 жыл бұрын

Paper bark maple, River Birch, Lilac Tree.

@Stealth360stealth 2 жыл бұрын

Tibetan Cherry trees as well for sure

@michaelrech3012 3 жыл бұрын

In the mixture I use 60/ 40. 60 for fertilizer and 40 for natural soil. Also use a soil meter. Its more reliable than your finger

@japan5865 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see Jenn again; feels like it's been awhile.

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 жыл бұрын

@Joe Kinchicken Do you hide under your bed when the birds sing? 🤔🤧

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 жыл бұрын

@Joe Kinchicken Is that what somebody accused you of being? Well, no need to project your insecurities or social awkwardness on others. Seek therapy to work out your issues, because seriously when you make weird replies to innocuous comments that have nothing to do with you, you seem needy for attention.

@TheRover1 4 жыл бұрын

I understand a lot of us weren’t pleased with Rogers departure but I just wish him nothing but good health and longevity. I’m sure he wouldn’t approve of people berating Jenn.

@allisons1245 Жыл бұрын

It's not berating someone if they are allegedly pros at their job. It would have taken a google to find out about that tree.

@theguardingdark1183 4 жыл бұрын

What they don't point out is that half the canopy will be over the neighbors yard. And if they are like most neighbors that means they won't like all those flower pettals covering their yard. Lot of clean up with cherry trees. And like most neighbors after the first big clean up they will start cutting all the limbs that cross into their yard. Which most places allow by law. And that's where the fued begins. Got to think ahead with landscaping in a neighborhood.

@munnamirche4495 Ай бұрын

Cherry tree leaves fallen from between branches, left on top of branch only. Also some leaves have holes . Place where leaves fall some liquid coming out

@bobrichardson3854 4 жыл бұрын

Can you plant cherry trees near black walnuts (jobalone?)

@devonferris 2 жыл бұрын

Does planting a Cherry Blossom only comes with a small tree trunk like that? Can I plant a cherry blossom with a seed only?

@LoveeDooUniverse 4 ай бұрын

I wonder how the tree is looking now?

@mabdub 4 жыл бұрын

Doesn't the north side of the tree have to be planted so it's facing north? I wish they would have said.

@saniaamirbaaz8850 2 жыл бұрын

Will cherries actually growing it or do cherries not grow on cherry blossoms.

@paigeburton8995 2 жыл бұрын

What if I have clay soil what should I do ?

@shadowblack1987 4 жыл бұрын

Here they put 1-2 feet of mulch sometimes more... And then wonder why tree's suffocate...

@Theseus9-cl7ol 3 ай бұрын

Best tree planting vid I've seen yet.

@paolabarjas 3 жыл бұрын

what time of year is it appropriate to plant this tree?

@RobCrue2266 2 жыл бұрын

I live in NJ and will be planting one today while the soil is wet from rain and not too cold. The roots need about 8 weeks to really take hold before the ground freezes.

@nope24601 3 жыл бұрын

"Water it every day [for an indeterminate amount of time]. Then water it differently." Hmmmm.....

@dennizcohen 3 жыл бұрын

someone else gave him a tic in the eye when he scratched and broke the roots? and his hole all small haha

@anthonysmith9410 4 жыл бұрын

Thats what I was going to say...😂

@firstnamelastname9661 2 жыл бұрын

Question: can I plant a Kwazen cherry blossom tree in a 25 gallon container???? For about 10 years or less ???

@galehess6676 Жыл бұрын

maybe 3-5 years

@allisons1245 Жыл бұрын

it will stunt the roots, but sure. It will also take more care.

@Giggidygiggidy12 3 жыл бұрын

Hello we had a tree like these that produced a small plum like fruit very sweet, larger than a cherry but smaller than a plum. Any idea what kind of cherry tree it would have been???

@PlantNative 3 жыл бұрын

Try looking up American Plum.

@ogkushbreath8607 2 жыл бұрын

Possibly Pluerry. Plum/cherry hybrid

@kenyonmcclain560 4 жыл бұрын

Too close to the fence to me

@FredMcIntyre 4 жыл бұрын

😃👍🏻👊🏻

@andrewgeorge6351 4 жыл бұрын

You should have put a stake in to support it for the weathers blowing high winds ok.

@cliffordalexo234 4 жыл бұрын

Good job but too close to the fence .

@jessefenton3953 4 жыл бұрын

Where did Roger go.

@RaicaBogdan 4 жыл бұрын

where is Roger?

@RaicaBogdan 4 жыл бұрын

seems he retired :( Oh I loved how the guy talked in the show :(

@tambarlas5248 4 жыл бұрын

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Cook_(landscaper) "On Jan-7 2020 Kevin said on the Tonight Show that Roger was stepping down completely from TOH.

@sandrawilson6363 2 жыл бұрын

why not in the corner?

@mpwall123 4 жыл бұрын

I miss ‘Let’s get staw-ted’

@jeremyd6775 4 жыл бұрын

I always use stawtuh fertalizuh

@pundamilia1191 2 жыл бұрын

Why are all the youtube videos getting so dark?

@danmar007 4 жыл бұрын

I was confused for a second or two because I thought the title was 'How to Paint a Cherry Tree'. Thankfully that was wrong!

@markmiddleton4554 2 жыл бұрын

The 🌲 tree was planted in the wrong location. Too close to the fence.

@galehess6676 Жыл бұрын

1. Tree needs the graft an inch above grade, not several inches, which will cause suckers (too deep is a major problem, too). 2. Tree CANNOT fit in this yard, not even close, and can cause several problems as time passes. If intentional, maybe cut it down in 10 years...after planting it offset of center by 5-8', so another tree can be placed in the reciprocal offset spot when the time comes, or center it and then plant ground cover there and no replacement tree. This video perpetuates the poor spacing of most trees and shrubs in this country (too close to houses and foundations, fences/posts that will heave, neighbors, other trees, etc.). Little known fact: wrapping pipes in fine copper mesh prevents root penetration, without harming the tree! I would bank they've planted about 3 trees, ever. They did get a few things close to right, but it's not that darn hard to read about how wide a tree will get, or to prune things to stay medium-sized and fit the space confines. Get a trained, professional landscaper to give you advice before you waste time, money and tree lives, or read. I've planted hundreds, trained with the 2nd best landscaping school, etc. Don't be afraid to plop it in there, just know you may make a mistake, and some mistakes are easily avoidable. Get a sharp lopper and pruner... water before it's too dry (for the first 6 months), fertilize lightly early spring/fall, have fun, plant many things.

@chumager1382 2 ай бұрын

interested insome consultation? im about to plant a few trees in my property, the cherry blossoms are in the top of my list but im confused as to how close it can be to the fence etc

@mikeso5963 2 жыл бұрын

only one?

@poland_stronk3044 4 жыл бұрын

Is this April's fools joke? WHERE IS ROGER???

@clintonlyle7922 4 жыл бұрын

POLAND STRONK his back is trashed

@pavelow235 4 жыл бұрын

Typically Washington DC'ers. Also they were supposed to "call before they dig". That's the law.

@galehess6676 Жыл бұрын

not hand dug

@jagpunjabi547 4 жыл бұрын

this is not good place it will cover the neighbour yard also

@joshbonham5519 4 жыл бұрын

On March 25 It was my birthday

@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 жыл бұрын

Well happy birthday...practically a week later 😂

@7171-Ws6 4 жыл бұрын

Why was this video very awkward

@sherriianiro747 4 жыл бұрын

I was surprised she lifted the tree by the trunk when putting it into the hole - that could seriously damage the tree.

@user2144 4 жыл бұрын

Sherri Ianiro How else to lift the tree? By the hand?? 😧 That is how you are supposed to take a tree out of a pot; by grabbing the base of the trunk and pulling it out (hopefully you have a helper to put the pot in the opposite direction for you).

@sherriianiro747 4 жыл бұрын

@@user2144 After you lift it from the pot you are supposed to quickly grab ahold of the bottom with your other hand or have a helper so that the root flare does not separate or tear from the weight of the potted material which is quite heavy - per advice from arborist & I am not sure but it was either Roger on TOH or the Victory Garden show (don't remember which - maybe both) showed to do it this way too!

@PlantNative 3 жыл бұрын

How about advocating for native Cherry trees? Waste.

@roypaulcarter4654 2 жыл бұрын

Two mistakes one digging the hole larger than the pot and two disturbing the rootball. It does not need to be watered every day and after the first summer just let the rain take care of it.