Collected shortleaf pine

[Arh030]

I dug this tree a few days ago. Would love any advice. I have done a lot of reading and from what I understand I should more or less leave it alone for the first year, correct? Thanks!

 

[Arh030]

To be more specific, should I apply chemicals to any of the natural deadwood now? In the first growing season should I pinch or decandle, or let it go. Eventually I want to bend some of the branches back under the trunk. I’m not in a rush but don’t want to waste time!

 

[plant_dr]

You don't need to worry about working the deadwood yet. Let it get settled in its new home and get some good vigorous growth for a couple year. Then will you know that it has survived collection and you can put your energy into that.

 

[sorce]

Nice.

Welcome to Crazy!

Sorce

 

[Arh030]

Thanks guys!

 

[RosePastry]

Any updates on this one?