TREE PLANTING SERVICE
The right trees placed in the right spaces on your property create an ideal blend of shade, privacy, and visual interest. Rich’s Tree Service brings a depth of knowledge and experience to provide Portland tree planting services – to develop your landscape today and for years to come.
Working together with you, the tree professionals at Rich’s Tree Service select trees that are sure to thrive in your landscape and bring enjoyment for years to come.
Large, well-maintained trees create comfort, shade, and beauty, but not all trees are desirable in all landscapes. Some tree species have shallow root systems, extreme susceptibility to pests or disease, or other qualities that make them prone to failure. Others drop larger amounts of debris or have invasive properties that make them a poor choice. Saplings and young trees may not maintain their attractive qualities as they mature. For these reasons and more, it is valuable to have deep background knowledge at your disposal when making decisions about the kinds of trees to include in your landscape.
WHICH TREE TO PLANT?
Before choosing a tree to plant, several questions should be answered.
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What is the function or purpose of the tree?
Is it for shade or privacy? Sound deadening? Aesthetcis?​
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How long will it take for this tree to big enough to meet my expectations?
What is the growth rate of the species I am interested in? How big will it be when I plant it?​
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How long before this tree is too big for this setting?
At some point, the tree may either need to be removed or significantly trimmed. Alternatively, other plants may need to be removed to make space at some point in the future.​
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How much maintenance will this tree require in the future?
Different species will require different degrees of maintenance. ​
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How will this tree impact my home, hardscape, and surrounding landscape?
One way a tree can impact its surroundings is through its root system. The roots of some trees may tend to push up on structures such as sidewalks, causing damage, while others won't.​
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Are there any allergy concerns?
The pollen produced by some trees can be difficult for those with sensitivities.​
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Do I live in an area with harsh weather conditions?
Harsh weather can affect different species in unique ways. Some are more prone to weather damage than others.​
Many details go into planting a tree to improve its chances of survival. After all, being taken out of the conditions you have been growing in and moving to a completely different environment can be a shock for a tree.
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You may have the following questions about our tree planting services:
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How deep should the hole be? Of what diameter?
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How deep should the root ball go underground?
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Should the burlap sack come off or not?
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Should the original dirt be returned to the hole, or should something else be used?
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How do you plant the tree so that it grows straight?
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How much water should be added initially?
If you’re not confident in the answers to these questions, please give us a call today so we can, at a minimum, give you a quote and tell you how we would help get your trees off to a great start in their new home.