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How to Plant a Tree

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A new tree can improve the look of a yard and add personality to a home.
Step 3: Begin digging the hole.
Lay out a plastic tarp to hold the grass and dirt. This will make cleanup a snap. Begin digging out the hole, cutting and removing clumps of grass and placing them on the tarp. Cut down and lift out the entire root system so that the grass will not grow back around the tree.
Dig the hole.

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