How do I straighten a tree?

Question

I just planted 4 trees with rather large root balls and two of them have settled and are no longer straight. How do I fix this?

Answer 1

dig 'em up and fix the problems.... don't fiddle around... get to it.... the longer you wait, the more shock to the trees......plus, it's vital that the root flare is not below the soil surface or the tree will 'fail to thrive'.... I know it will be a lot of work, but if you want good trees there, there just isn't a better way to fix it....