An oak tree in the garden provides shade and provides a living space for many important garden residents. Planting doesn't take much work, but you do have to be patient until an acorn turns into a real tree.
How to plant an oak tree in the garden?
To plant an oak tree in the garden, you should prefer acorns in pots, choose a sunny location with well-drained garden soil, plant in spring and maintain sufficient planting distance. Protect young trees from damage and ensure there is sufficient distance from pipes and house walls.
Do oak trees have to be preferred?
If you want to sow your oak tree yourself, you should first prefer the acorns in pots after pre-treatment. Then the tree develops faster and is protected from damage by mice and other pests.
Which location do oak trees prefer?
Oaks tolerate a shady location, but they grow better when they receive plenty of sunlight.
What should the soil be like?
Good, well-drained garden soil is sufficient. Mix the soil with some chopped oak leaves and, for very poor soils, add some peat and - if available - forest soil.
When is the best time to plant?
Most deciduous trees are planted in autumn. For oak trees that are grown in pots, planting in spring makes sense. They are planted outdoors when long taproots and several pairs of leaves have already formed.
What planting distance should you keep?
The small oak tree seedlings need enough space around them so that they get enough light. Other plants should be at least one meter away. If the tree is large enough, hardly any plants will thrive nearby. This is also because fallen oak leaves release tannins that prevent new vegetation.
Keep enough distance from pipes, cables and house walls so that they are not damaged by the roots of the oak.
How are oak trees planted?
- Loose the earth deeply
- Removing weeds
- Dig planting hole
- Insert oak seedling
- Press the soil carefully
- Pouring
- Protect from damage from damage
You have to dig the planting hole as deep as the taproot is long. The root must not be bent or damaged during insertion.
How can oak trees be propagated?
Propagation occurs via acorns that sow themselves or are collected.
Can oak trees be transplanted?
Young trees can be transplanted easily. This is not advisable for older trees and is only possible with heavy equipment.
Tips & Tricks
Many years pass before an oak tree produces its own acorns. Only when the tree is 40 years old can you collect significant quantities of acorns.
