How to Stake a Tree

Now that you can plant a tree confidently, it’s time to know how to stake one too! See my previous tree planting video here: • The BEST Way to Plant ...
SUBSCRIBE for more great videos! bit.ly/WyseGuide
Like my page on Facebook: bit.ly/WyseGuideFB
Visit my website: bit.ly/Wyse_Guide
Check me out on Instagram: bit.ly/WyseGuideIG
------------------------------
Whether a tree needs to be staked or not can be determined by multiple factors:
- the type of tree that’s planted
- how large the root ball is
- how open the area is where it's planted (considering wind)
- how tall the tree is
If you can move the tree around easily or know with your weather conditions that wind will be a factor, it's best to stake the tree for the first 2-3 years. Stabilizing the tree maintains its stature and keeps it growing upright.
Minimal tools are needed to stake a tree - just a few essentials:
- 2 T-posts
- 2 tree straps (nylon straps)
- wire or twine
Pound in each post on opposite sides of the tree until the “T” is securely in the ground. Place a strap around the tree. Use wire to connect the strap securely to the T-post. Make sure the tree is straight and twist wire to tighten. Repeat on the remaining T-post (on the opposite side of the tree), making sure the tree has slight give both ways.
After a year or two, check the tree by wiggling it slightly. If the root ball still moves easily, leave the stakes in. If the tree is solid, remove the straps. Leaving the straps on too long can hinder growth.
#treestaking #gardentip #gardenknowhow #farmhousegarden #thatssowyse

[@coramazing]

This is so helpful! I am a new homeowner and I’m about to start planting. Thank you for this!

[@thefraseman]

Is anyone else getting weirdly addicted to these videos? There's something about this series that is just so relaxing to watch.

[@fussbrain9161]

The enclosed pipe on the top to hammer it in is pure genius

[@toddbob55]

I love Trees they are very relaxing.......every should plant a tree

[@amalias8888]

You always have the BEST descriptions. Thanks!

[@joualuena9783]

"plant some trees and stake some trees"! I love it!!!

[@CilVine]

Thanks. I will be planting about 20 trees on my residential stand in the next few months. And loads more trees on my proposed homestead. Will be using these techniques.

[@napoleonsully]

Thank you! A very thorough video. I appreciate a step by step instructional video. Well done!

[@myles7701]

VERY helpful! Going to use this method tomorrow!

[@thedosh100]

Thanks for the information. Great information. You are so passionate about trees and its awesome.

[@judyl.761]

Thank you. I’m staking a new tree in my backyard today. :)

[@eramfatima5599]

Very comprehensive explanation about staking a tree for beginners, Thanks for sharing your wisdom!

[@DL-rm7zg]

great straight forward video. thanks

[@alexlemus5596]

Great information passed along my brother exactly the tips I was looking for thanks u was very Helpful.

[@kimb.3236]

Very helpful! I just planted an autumn blaze few days ago, it has good enough size rootball but we had a storm yesterday, now my tree is leaning so I would have to get it staked so it will continue to grow straight! Seems like your method is easy enough and durable ..

[@elmariedstra5631]

Very good to know!! Thank you!!

[@geekynerdenhoffer]

Thank you! Just staked 6 gorgeous fruit trees! ❤

[@avizueta]

Thank you for posting

[@mphocollenmaaboyi4215]

Nice and easy, simplified. I'm off to do it

[@davidkoons9610]

You answered all my questions.... Thanks 😊

[@WyseGuide]

Happy to help! 🌞

[@patrickkozlowski8525]

Thank you!

[@pamrjohnson2493]

Ty great video

[@daveetheridge718]

Looks like you are near me in Seguin Tx. Those grain bins in the back. Thanks for the video

[@mb---]

My newly planted maple is leaning at the top like that one. Did this eventually recorrect?

[@wanderawaywithsirikay3522]

hey i can't find the rubber tree straps. can you add a link to your caption please? thank you

[@karennichols9845]

What gauge of wire do I need?

[@dirtymo72]

Wire is great idea!

[@alanabroad3471]

This was very helpful. And you're cute too.

[@dbccbd1]

Straightforward. Now the tree is plumb and safe. What more do you want.

[@KanineC]

It seems like this tree doesn't have enough wiggle room after staking to learn to stabilize itself, so I'm worried it has become dependent on the stakes. Is there a follow-up video on this tree?

[@Mudcat3434]

Exactly. This is not the proper way to stake a tree. It needs to be loose to allow the tree to sway and develop structural roots.

[@heyhayhay247]

That's a gradual process. You want no movement at the initial planting then you can loosen the straps after the first few months of letting the roots establish themselves. That tree should have been strapped as soon as it was planted.

[@wanderawaywithsirikay3522]

or were your ties nylon?

[@kathleendefnet8008]

What is that thing you used to get the stakes in the ground? It looked way easier than a hammer.

[@kvannrn]

I was looking for the name of that!! Thank you for asking!!

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

Isn't anyone seeing that yacht? Is he that close to the water or is that a huge mural?? ...anyway I wss just curious. Wish I had a yard at least. But I'm learning quite a lot.

[@kellyschroer2114]

He’s on a farm, those are grains bins in the background with a leg system going to each bin to fill them with grain - not a yacht!

[@KBB-nf1dr]

In Australia they are called star pickets

[@pamelah6431]

Don't make it too rigid. Moving in the wind is actually part of what strengthens the tree. Two years is excessive. I've planted a bunch of trees and have never staked any, except for tall bare root trees a client bought. Just pack them in and water them in well - this is not necessary 100% of the time. I've seen far more damage from doing this by default than not. Especially when people inevitably forget and the tree has to grow around the forgotten straps.

[@Paul-viking]

Approximately how long should you leave tree staked; 6 months, one year, or more? My community has some trees that have been staked for over 3 years which seems excessive to me. Then when high winds hit the trees still end up falling over because of lack of root development. Landscape company doesn't care because they don't guarantee the tree so they get paid to replace them when they topple over or snap off.

[@meskobe]

The Tree Farm (Longmont, CO) recommends one year only. Not sure if that varies based on region/conditions!

[@puffythecampfireplayer6143]

Good question. I’m at 2 years now. I’m learning that 1 year is sufficient. I’ll take my stakes out today.

[@johncipolla8335]

My tree is a baby 1-2 foot avacado tree. I planted it today. ill get steaks as it grows

[@sylviaswift2373]

Where do I purchase the posts and the straps?

[@sylviaswift2373]

Home Depot and Lowe’s don’t have a clue

[@Jaxservenslaughter]

@@sylviaswift2373 you can get t posts and straps at most farm and ranch stores like Murdoch's if you live in the States

[@karennichols9845]

Amazon has the tree straps.

[@karennichols9845]

Lowes and Home Depot have the T-posts.

[@adnanyasir127]

I think it should be on 4 sides .

[@philthydirtydog9203]

The only thing you are not suppose to stake the tree for that long! The tree starts to become dependent on the stakes after too long!

[@DanielGarcia-gq5ge]

How long after being recently planted? I’m working with a Monterrey Oak tree I got at home depot about 6.5 ft tall 2.25in thick

[@VV-om8vv]

@@DanielGarcia-gq5ge personally I don’t stake at all. Maybe brace it up for the first month or so. The tree will only get strong if it has to rely on itself. Staking just makes them grow lanky and weak.

[@artbaugh3]

Time get the parka out!

[@YonderWizerd]

I think I understand why he has no handles on his t post pounder

[@jamesarnold5265]

LOL

[@joepschmobly]

Why do you speak with such a strange accent?

[@parkermj]

No one ever purchased this man a tree strap and a t-post to make him straighten out.

[@withoutpassid]

So girly…