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Title: Evergreen tree specifications (2 of 2) #775807
Asked October 19, 2021, 1:03 PM EDT
Carver County Minnesota
Expert Response
From what I can see in the two pictures, these appear to be spruce.
Large trees that are transplanted are less likely to survive. They take many years to become re-established (grow their roots into the new soil) in their new location. They require significant watering for a long period of time (literally years) due to their size (see Watering newly planted trees and shrubs) and it sounds like that didn't happen after transplant. Because of the higher mortality rate, planting young trees is recommended over large trees.
Note that once a large tree like this is uprooted, roots can be damaged and it likely needs to re-establish. It can also be difficult to keep it from falling over again especially being it is in a location that sounds like it is windy and dry.
You may want to adjust your guying. Here is a webpage Staking and guying trees.
I don't see any utilities in the area, but it is always a good idea NOT to plant trees under utilities or in a location where they will hit and damage utilities if they blow over.
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