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lizhanley1969lizhanley1969 Posts: 59
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Is it ok to put bark around fruit trees in pots? Thank you

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  • lizhanley1969lizhanley1969 Posts: 59
    lizhanley1969 said:
    Is it ok to put bark around fruit trees in pots? Thank you
    I was told that it could cause rot around trunk of the tree if it keeps it too moist around it.  Is this true? 
  • Desi_in_LondonDesi_in_London Posts: 711
    Generally,  mulch of any kind should be kept clear of the tree trunk itself ( ie leave a small circular gap around trunk where there is no bark mulch, to avoid that rot issue ). Can't help if bark mulch is the best kind for fruit trees in pots, don't grow them.
    Kindness is always the right choice.
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