Summary: angle it so that very top remains above ground Roots will sprout all along the buried stem to make a stronger plant You can pinch off the lower leaves if you prefer but it is not necessary Fertilize Mix fertilizer into the pile of soil that will go back into the hole It is best to fertilize according to recommendations from a soil test but if you don t have that use a timed
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