How to Grow a Tree on a Slope

When planting a tree on a slope, take precautions that aren't necessary when planting on flat land. If not, the tree grows poorly because of water runoff. When a tree is planted on a slope without the proper preparation, water runoff flows down the slope before it being absorbed by the soil. This prevents the tree from getting needed water. When digging a plot for the tree, shape it to accommodate both the tree and a water basin.

Shovel
50/50 soil mix
Mulch

Instructions

- 1
  Dig a hole in the ground where you want to plant your tree. It should be the same depth as the root ball and at least twice as wide.
- 2
  Standing downhill of the hole, looking uphill, dig slightly farther into the soil on the hole’s far side. This helps the hole retain water.
- 3
  From this same position, build a soil mound on top of the grass just outside the hole’s bottom rim. This prevents runoff and helps the ground retain water flowing downhill.
- 4
  Plant the tree and refill the whole with a 50/50 planting soil mix. Scatter mulch around the tree’s base and over the soil hump you created.

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