White Kousa Dogwood Tree You will receive healthy bare root plants. We always send extra plants. We want to make sure you are completely satisfied. You will see growth within 10 days. The most importan part of planting these plants is to make sure you have at least 30% sand mixed into the soil. Find a well-drained area that has plenty of moisture and an acidic soil. Although these are the ideal conditions for their growth, these trees are also capable of growing in compacted, neutral or alkaline, and dry soils. When planting make sure you keep it out of direct sun for two weeks. There are bare root trees then need to develop a rooting system. When receiving your tree plant out of the sun for two weeks. You are receiving a tree that will be sressed and putting it in the sun will continue the stress and can kill the tree. We are a veteran owned business that wants to make sure you are 100% satisified. You can always call my cell number 919-696-0328 if you have any questions or concerns before or after you purchase. You will receive planting instructions on your shipping label and by email. If not call.