Planting a Fruit Tree in Clay Soil: Tricks & Tips

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Planting a fruit tree in clay soil can be a little extra work- but taking the time to ensure your fruit tree gets the best possible start is well worth it. In this video I share tips & tricks to planting a fruit tree in heavy clay soil. The methods described in this video can be used on potted & bareroot trees and shrubs of all kinds- not just fruit trees. For more information on improving clay soil: https://youtu.be/QS7qQVOzK7g Some of the links included here are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. I will only recommend items I love and should you choose to make a purchase, it helps support the channel! Thank you! Hortisketch Garden Planner and Garden Manager (use my code JENNA5 for $5 off) - https://gardensavvy.com My favorite, long-lasting seed starting trays: (all about the garden): https://allaboutthegarden.com/?sca_ref=3177483.OMdSez9uOx North Spore Premium Mushroom Starting Supplies (use my code GROWFULLY for 10% off): https://bit.ly/GROWFULLY Lomi Composter: https://lomi.sjv.io/e43XYz Dripworks Irrigation: https://www.dripworks.com/?ref=Growfully Omlet Chicken Coops and Supplies: https://www.omlet.us/shop/chicken_keeping/?aid=KTYTQCQR The best workwear for women: Dovetail Workwear- (use code GROWFULLY for $10 Off): dovetailworkwear.com/growfullywithjenna My favorite minimalist work boots: Lem’s Shoes- https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=e8df0da8-a847-4269-8316-5d9656836fea&website_id=16c4848c-b204-4030-8a1a-31de06c7b635&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lemsshoes.com%2Fcollections%2Fwomens-boulder-boot-all RX Soil Testing (use my code “growfully” for 10% off your order): https://rxsoil.com/nutrients?source=growfully If you use Amazon and want to buy anything at all, click through with this affiliate link: https://www.amazon.com/ref=nav_logo?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=growfully1-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=a89f7b007b5c135500b2ade136c88ff2&camp=1789&creative=9325 00:00 Intro 00:50 Picking the Best Site 02:09 The Art of Digging- The Perfect Planting Hole 05:52 A Couple Extra Tricks Specific to Clay 07:32 Setting Your Tree at the Proper Level 09:24 A Word About Watering 10:14 Finishing the Job 10:41 Bonus Tips for Fruit Trees #claysoil #zone6gardening #ohiogardening