[CANUFNET] Planting trees in soil with no compaction at all

[Mike James]

It is received wisdom that trees need to be planted in soils that are lightly tamped to:

  *   provide some resistance and support for tree roots
  *   prevent settlement of root balls
  *   prevent large airgaps that disconnect root/soil contact

However, I cannot find any independent, scholarly research that proves this through case studies or comparative empirical testing.
Almost all of the research is about too much compaction.
I can't find any research that shows the effect of totally uncompacted loose soil (no tamping)  on tree health and stability.

I am reaching out to the community to see if you can provide me with links to research you might be aware of on this topic.

Thank you in advance.


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