Unpack and Inspect Bare-Root Trees
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What happens here
The presenter prepares the bare-root trees for potting. He shows a box from "Food Forest Nursery" containing various fruit trees (Stella cherry, Fuji persimmon, nectarine) and other plants (grapes, raspberries). He explains that these bare-root trees came wrapped in sawdust and needed to be placed in water upon arrival. After being in water for about two weeks, some of the plants show signs of becoming rancid in the water. He points out a specific "Sweetheart Cherry" that is showing some stress, which he is particularly keen to save.
Goal: Prepare bare-root trees from their packaging for potting.
Tools and materials
- Bare-Root Trees Food Forest Nursery — The plants to be potted. Varieties include Stella cherry, Fuji persimmon, nectarine, grapes, and raspberries
- Bucket of Water — To temporarily soak the bare-root trees
- Knife — Cutting ties or packaging
- Pots — Containers for potting
- Potting Mix Miracle-Gro — Growing medium for the trees