Hello dear forum community,
We are looking for a suitable garden center for our garden.
In spring, we planted two maple trees about 3 years old, and in summer, we transplanted a smaller one from a pot into the garden soil. Unfortunately, all three trees died over the course of the year. One of the larger trees showed healthy new growth and turned green in spring but then lost all its leaves around July. The second larger tree had very few shoots and lost them quickly as well. The small tree grew very well in the pot for over a year, green and strong, but also died after only two months. We followed all general planting instructions provided by the nursery, such as the size of the planting hole and watering habits, but it did not help.
We suspect that our soil is simply too wet. The garden area was excavated to a depth of approximately 30cm (12 inches) and refilled with topsoil. The excavated soil and the soil beneath the topsoil have very low permeability; it takes a long time for water to drain during the construction phase. For example, I had to loosen the soil with a pickaxe and an electric jackhammer to dig when setting up our fence. To mitigate this, we also installed a drainage system in the garden. However, since the planting holes for the trees are deeper, we believe that rainwater accumulates there and cannot drain properly, causing the roots to rot and the trees to die.
We now want to redesign the garden with plants that can tolerate waterlogged conditions. For this purpose, we are looking for recommendations for a suitable garden center that also offers moisture-tolerant plants, plants that are not too small, and, of course, look good.
Perhaps someone can help us and also suggest other suitable plants.
Many thanks in advance!
We are looking for a suitable garden center for our garden.
In spring, we planted two maple trees about 3 years old, and in summer, we transplanted a smaller one from a pot into the garden soil. Unfortunately, all three trees died over the course of the year. One of the larger trees showed healthy new growth and turned green in spring but then lost all its leaves around July. The second larger tree had very few shoots and lost them quickly as well. The small tree grew very well in the pot for over a year, green and strong, but also died after only two months. We followed all general planting instructions provided by the nursery, such as the size of the planting hole and watering habits, but it did not help.
We suspect that our soil is simply too wet. The garden area was excavated to a depth of approximately 30cm (12 inches) and refilled with topsoil. The excavated soil and the soil beneath the topsoil have very low permeability; it takes a long time for water to drain during the construction phase. For example, I had to loosen the soil with a pickaxe and an electric jackhammer to dig when setting up our fence. To mitigate this, we also installed a drainage system in the garden. However, since the planting holes for the trees are deeper, we believe that rainwater accumulates there and cannot drain properly, causing the roots to rot and the trees to die.
We now want to redesign the garden with plants that can tolerate waterlogged conditions. For this purpose, we are looking for recommendations for a suitable garden center that also offers moisture-tolerant plants, plants that are not too small, and, of course, look good.
Perhaps someone can help us and also suggest other suitable plants.
Many thanks in advance!
I am not aware of any plant that tolerates waterlogging. Even those that need a lot of water generally do not like it. This includes bamboo, for example.
I would dig the planting hole deeper and create a natural drainage system with a mix of sand and stones before planting.
One thing that comes to mind: during the construction phase, we were able to loosen the compacted soil somewhat by sowing cover crops. Lupines have taproots 🙂
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I would dig the planting hole deeper and create a natural drainage system with a mix of sand and stones before planting.
One thing that comes to mind: during the construction phase, we were able to loosen the compacted soil somewhat by sowing cover crops. Lupines have taproots 🙂
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I also have clay soil. For the trees, I replaced it to a depth of over 150cm (60 inches) with a mix of sand, potting soil, and topsoil. It was finished in half a Saturday.
Additionally, I buried a 120cm (47 inches) concrete drainage pipe flush with the surface, opening facing upwards. The groove was smoothed with repair mortar. It serves as a perfect watering ring.
Steven
I also have clay soil. For the trees, I replaced it to a depth of over 150cm (60 inches) with a mix of sand, potting soil, and topsoil. It was finished in half a Saturday.
Additionally, I buried a 120cm (47 inches) concrete drainage pipe flush with the surface, opening facing upwards. The groove was smoothed with repair mortar. It serves as a perfect watering ring.
Steven
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Bieber081510 Oct 2017 07:43ypg schrieb:
I don’t know of any plant that tolerates waterlogging. Actually, all marsh plants and those growing directly by bodies of water do. Among trees, alder, ash, poplar, and willow generally tolerate waterlogged soil. Hazel, elder, and bird cherry should also be fine. And, of course, birches. (You may need to find the right variety for each species — a nursery can help).
It’s possible that the soil here isn’t naturally wet but has been altered by construction activity. There are ways to restore soil quality. A useful keyword (search term) might be “injection technology.” Landscaping companies and nurseries may be able to assist.
Laura Kaub5 Nov 2017 09:57It is unfortunate that the planted trees are dying. I would suggest taking a soil sample to have it analyzed, to be sure that the problem is not related to the soil. If it really was caused by waterlogging, then there is only one option left for me: soil improvement.
The planting hole should not be too small. Mix clay soil with sand and topsoil, then plant the tree (alder, ash, poplar, and willow). This should ensure that replanting will be successful.
Regards, Laura
The planting hole should not be too small. Mix clay soil with sand and topsoil, then plant the tree (alder, ash, poplar, and willow). This should ensure that replanting will be successful.
Regards, Laura
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Martin_808 Nov 2017 20:13All trees commonly found along lake shores and streams: alder, ash, poplar, and willow.
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