Image: Steps to Plant a Young Plum Tree

The image is a high-resolution photo collage presented in landscape orientation, showing five sequential steps in the process of planting a young plum tree in a home garden. The collage is divided into two rows: the top row contains the first two steps—digging the hole and placing the sapling—while the bottom row shows the remaining steps of watering, observing the newly planted sapling, and applying mulch. The earthy tones of dark brown soil contrast beautifully with the lush green grass and the fresh green leaves of the young tree, creating a natural and inviting scene.

In the top-left panel, a metal shovel with a wooden handle stands upright in freshly turned soil, capturing the moment after digging a wide, deep planting hole. The surrounding grass is slightly flattened from activity, and the soil inside the hole is loose and crumbly, showing its rich, dark composition. The lighting is soft and even, bringing out the texture of the soil without harsh shadows.

The top-right panel shows the gardener’s hands wearing black gloves, gently lowering a young sapling with its small root ball into the prepared hole. The sapling has several vibrant green leaves and a thin, straight stem, which stands out against the dark soil. This panel emphasizes careful handling and positioning of the young tree.

In the bottom-left panel, the same sapling is shown after the soil has been backfilled. A watering can spout is visible as water flows around the base of the tree, darkening the soil and settling it firmly around the roots. The moisture glistens on the soil surface, enhancing the sense of freshness.

The center bottom panel shows the sapling standing upright after planting, its stem straight and supported by the firm soil, now evenly mounded around the base to direct water toward the roots.

The bottom-right panel captures the final step: a hand spreads a layer of golden-brown organic mulch around the base of the young tree, leaving space around the stem. The mulch contrasts in color and texture with the rich soil and green leaves, completing the planting process and visually signaling protection and care. The collage as a whole conveys the orderly, nurturing progression of planting a young plum tree.

The image is related to: The Best Plum Varieties and Trees to Grow in Your Garden