Some fast-growing trees, such as birch and big leaf maple deer will nibble , but because the trees grow rapidly they are able to withstand the onslaught, she said. Deer-proof trees in her yard include Mugo and shore pine along with magnolia grandiflora, Grecian laurel and California myrtle. Williams recommends protecting trees the first two years just to be on the safe side. Choose a tree grown by Williams and chances are good you will get a lesson on how to plant it. I like to grow trees that are going to do well for people because I want them to be happy with their tree.
Site selection is really important.
You need to consider where you are going to plant, how tall it will get, and more importantly how wide the tree is going to spread. Make sure there is room to plant other things around it. Dig large, wide holes in well-drained soil, she advised. And you need to water young trees during the summer for the first couple of years. Rows upon rows of containerized young trees sit nestled beneath towering redwoods and firs at Williams' nursery.