"Karen" wrote in message
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Not an expert. But I think you're killing your trees slowly with good
intention.

I'd agree. Peat moss is not highly recommended as a soil amendment - it is
an unrenewable resource, adds very limited nutritive value and holds too
much mositure, specially when used as the only backfill. Current
horticultural practice is to backfill with only native soil, or in lieu of
that, amend the entire planting bed rather than individual planting holes.
Watering 6 days a week is overkill, specially in the fall and winter when
rainfall tends to be more plentiful. A deep soaking once a week or every 10
days to 2 weeks is sufficient is rainfall is scanty.

And using uncomposted animal waste, specially from carnivores, is never a
wise idea. In addition to aesthetic and sanitary concerns, you run the risk
of burning the plants with too much nitrogen. A good composted organic mulch
is much more advisable.

pam - gardengal