Two Days Ago I Planted An Arborvitae. Although I Loosened Some Of The Roots At The Bottom 1/2″ To 1″of The Root Ball, I Did Not

Question

loosen (tease) any other roots along the side fo the root ball. Should I have done more teasing? Can I do anything about this at this point?

Answer 1

No, you should do your best to avoid disturbing the roots of this shrub. Less is more, here. Disturbing too much can cause injury to the smaller roots, which will be a perfect doorway for infection.

Here is an article to help you with their care:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/arborvitae/growing-arborvitae-trees.htm