Bringing on new trees

[PapaBear]

I'm new to gardening, but am very excited about designing my landscape for the acre surrounding our new home. We have a large (and very hungry) herd of mule deer that pass through the property and I want to plant trees (many of them) this spring. I wonder if it would serve to plant the young saplings inside a fenced and protected area. Once the trees are stronger (1-2 years) I could then transplant them to various areas throughout the property. We have decided on a mixture of Maple, Ash, and Poplar varieties mixed with some Spruce. How can I better ensure the healthy transplant of these trees once they have developed enough strength to "stand up" to the deer and the elements?

[pruninggal]

Hi Papabear,

Mulching new or transplanted trees is key to their growing success. There are more important parts of transplanting but if you visit the link for the International Society of Arboriculture, (at www.treesaregood.com ) they have lots of information about buying new trees to taking care of them once established.

Also, let us know where you are located so people in your area can help with area-specific plants.

Have fun!

[PapaBear]

We are located in Central Utah (near Richfield). Our home is located at the foot of Monroe Mountain in a fertile little valley. The area has proven to be good for growing fruit trees and I am very excited to start my own little orchard (6 trees at the most). I hope to get the deer fence finished this weekend and then plant my fruit trees inside. The plan is to plant all of the other saplings (poplar, ash, maple, and spruce) between the fruit trees and let the whole group grow for a year or more. The trees that do well and are strong enough next spring will be transplanted to other places on the property. Any that aren't doing as well will be given some additional time in the "nursery" before being moved.

Any thoughts on the plan? Does it sound like I am headed the right direction? Thanks for your input.