Trees are a beautiful and valuable investment.  When they're planted properly, many of them can live far beyond our lifetimes, providing shade, beauty and other benefits that far exceed the cost of establishment.  If planted incorrectly, trees can become a liability or die prematurely, both of which are a wasted investment.  Follow these specifications when planting to offer your new tree it's greatest chance at success.  For a printable copy of the specification click here.