Planting

Do not let the northern white-cedar seedling plugs dry out. Keep them cool and moist. Keep them out of direct sunlight until planted. (They may be stored for a few weeks in this manner)
In good soil, dig a hole 3 inches in diameter and as deep as the seedling plug is long. In poor soil, dig the hole four (4) inches larger on all sides and underneath. Fill this area with good soil before inserting the seedling plug.
Insert the seedling plug into the hole. Press the plug firmly into the hole with your hand.
Layer ½ inch of good soil on top of the plug.
With the shiny side up…center the weed guard matting over the seedling. Spread the matting material out so its edges will be under the enclosure. Install the stakes and enclosure.
Keep the soil around the newly planted tree continually moist for at least a month. Your seedlings with need ½ inch of rain or ½ bucket of water per week for 6-8 weeks. Water during dry spells as needed, even for the next three to four years.