![image planting tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_1.jpg)
1. Choose a good spot for your tree. Don't forget its ADULT size.
![image of planting](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_2.jpg)
2. Keep your roots moist all the time. Dry roots die.
![images for planting tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_3.jpg)
3. Dig a hole large enough to spread the roots apart. Check for underground utility lines first!
![images for planting tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_4.jpg)
4. Plant the tree at the right depth. Gently add loose soil
![image of how to plant](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/howdeep.jpg)
How Deep?
![images for planting tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_5.jpg)
5. Add more soil and firm with foot.
![images for planting tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_6.jpg)
6. Mulch with wood chips.
![image of planting a tree](https://images.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/education/foresttreasures/planting_7.jpg)
7. Water regularly. Wait for shade!