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Hardened off field grown tree

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hardened off tree

Roots growing through burlap indicate tree has overcome stress associated with digging the tree. This tree will not die due to the stress associated with digging. If this tree dies in the landscape, it is the responsibility of the purchaser of the tree, not the nursery.