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Water seedlings in advance(.2-3 hrs)
Prepare planting hole in advance.
Dig hole separation top from sub-soil.
Mix top soil with organic manure.
Remove seedling container before planting.
Place the seedling at the centers of the hole.
Avoid disturbance of the roots.
Fill the hole with the soil mixed with manure.
Up to root collar- then fill other part with sub-soil.
Plant the seedlings at the same depth as was in nursery.
Firm soil around the seedling.
Water seedling.
Mulch
Construct shade
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