Fall Tree Planting Begins In Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK, MI — Royal Oak is getting some new greenery around town. The department of public services has begun the process of staking locations for nearly 350 trees for the fall 2019 tree planting program on the north end of the city.

After trees have been staked, MISS-DIG will field verify that each location does not present conflicting underground utilities. Residents are asked to not remove the yellow stakes they have placed around town.

According to city officials, once MISS-DIG performs its inspection, the city’s contractor (Crimboli Nursery) will begin to plant trees at each location with a yellow stake. It will take approximately 3-5 weeks to plant the trees.

Crews will provide an initial watering, as needed, and subsequent watering.

Residents are encouraged to water the newly planted trees on a frequent basis.

Officials warned that the newly planted trees may undergo “transplant shock” and lose their leaves, noting that this is not uncommon.

"Just like any other tree, a strong root system must be established as the temperatures cool and the trees prepare for dormancy during winter," according to officials.

If you have any questions during the process, feel free to contact Joseph Murphy at (248) 246-3285 or email joem@romi.gov.