Things You'll Need:
- Wild sarsaparilla plants
- Trowel
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Step 1
Choose a planting spot. When choosing a place to plant your sarsaparilla root, look for an area that receives full sun to partial shade. The plant does not do well in full shade.
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Step 2
Dig a hole. To begin planting your first plant, use a trowel to dig a hole approximately 6 inches deep.
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Step 3
Remove the plant from the nursery container. Gently loosen the plant from the container and slowly work it out. Be gentle to avoid damaging the root ball.
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Step 4
Loosen the roots. Again, be very gentle. It is only necessary to loosen them slightly.
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Step 5
Place the root ball in the hole.
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Step 6
Cover the root ball with dirt. Use the dirt that was dug up to make the hole to completely cover the root ball.
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Step 7
Pack the dirt down. Lightly tamp the soil down with your hand or the back of the trowel. Be careful not to pack the dirt too tight. It must be packed enough to keep the root ball in place.
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Step 8
Plant the next seedling. Space the plants about 9 inches apart and continue the same as above for each seedling.
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Step 9
Water well.
