Planting a tree in a square hole - Ask Extension
A few years back there was an article in the Star Tribune suggesting trees should be planted in a square hole to discourage the roots from circling ar...
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Planting a tree in a square hole #900467
Asked May 07, 2025, 1:39 PM EDT
A few years back there was an article in the Star Tribune suggesting trees should be planted in a square hole to discourage the roots from circling around. Is there sny science or studies to support this idea?
Ramsey County Minnesota
Expert Response
Thank you for writing.
There is no evidence to support the benefit of a square hole.
https://meristemhorticulture.com/planted/2020/1/4/no-you-shouldnt-plant-trees-in-square-holes-and-its-26-more-work-for-you-nbsp
There is no evidence to support the benefit of a square hole.
https://meristemhorticulture.com/planted/2020/1/4/no-you-shouldnt-plant-trees-in-square-holes-and-its-26-more-work-for-you-nbsp
