Here are ten rules for planting trees in a home landscape:1. Before planting, remove all wires, labels, cords or anything else tied to the plant. Don’t cut back branches of the tree after planting except those that are rubbing or damaged. Stake only when necessary; trees will establish more quickly and grow faster if they are not staked. By following these steps when planting your new tree, you are giving it the best start to be able to thrive in the years to come.