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Planting Conifer Seedlings (IL)

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From: debbie stallings City: parkersburg, IL
Do you trim pine tree seedlings roots before you plant them?
	Extension Message From: Jay Hayek Extension Specialist, Forestry Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences jhayek@illinois.edu
Hi Debbie: I don't typically trim pine or conifer seedling roots prior to planting. However, I will frequently "lightly" prune hardwood seedlings prior to planting depending on the planting method. Best, Jay
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