Lesson Two

  • How to find the right location to plant your tree (video 1)
  • How to assess your soil and sun conditions (videos 2 and 3)
  • How to find the right tree species for you (video 4)
  • Tips on planting shrubs (video 5)
  • How to fill out "The Right Place" Worksheet (video 6)
  • How to naturalize your yard

 

Video

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Photos

LEAF recommends at least 3ft away from property lines or fences to avoid situations like this.
Overhead wires will restrict a tree's growth
Planting a tree in a container will limit it from growing to its full potential
Trees require soft ground to grow to their full potential.
Photo of hose watering tree with water pooling on surface.
Heavy clay, compacted soil commonly found in areas of new-development
These two trees were planted too close together and will have to compete for sun, water and nutrients
A backyard with "full sun"
A "shady" backyard

Resources

Worksheets and Factsheets (PDF): 
Lesson 2 Key Points
Siting Worksheet
Planting Strategically for Energy Conservation
Landscaping for Energy Conservation
More from LEAF: 
Steps In Properly Siting Your Tree
Related Internet links: 
Trees Are Good - Tree Selection
Trees Are Good - Buying a High Quality Tree
Trees Are Good - Avoiding Utility Conflict
Naturalizing Your Local Park or Backyard [PDF]
Native Tree Species
Master Gardeners of Ontario
Landscape Ontario
TRCA Healthy Yards
Water Conservation in the Garden
Soil Testing Laboratories in Ontario
Get to Know Your Soil