Newly Planted Austrian Pine Care: Mulch, Water, Monitor

40 Austrian pines (10–14 ft) planted 3 months ago. Contractor gone. Owner asks care regimen.

Immediate Actions

• Mulch 3″ in 3-ft circle, off trunk.
• Water 1″/week if no rain (pan method).
• No insect spray unless pests seen.
• No pruning unless damaged.

First year = establishment. Consistency matters.