fruit trees

[flatcap]

hi all
weve just dug first bit of allotment 6wks after getting it  :) i would like to know would it be ok to put pear and plum tree and rhubarb there now as there pot bound in garden and being new to lotties not sure if we have to wait til certain time of year any help would be welcome

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[Palustris]

Pot plants may be planted out any time of the year. Soak them really well before planting. Dig the hole, put some bonemeal in and fill it up with water. When the water drains away, plant the trees. Tease out gently the roots, if they are going round and round the sides of the pot.  If the trees are going to need staking (most do) then planting time is the best time to put the stakes in the ground. That way you avoid damaging the roots. Firm the plants in and then give another good watering. Have fun!

[saddad]

Can't argue with that Pals.... just make sure there are no perennial nasties like bindweed/couch nearby because back into your holes you will never be rid of them without digging up your trees...
;D

[calendula]

don't plant too closely together  :)

[flatcap]

thanks for all the help going to lottie tonight to plant them 1st things weve put in hope it spurs us on to get the rest of it dug over