I'm always torn about how best to prepare root-bound nursery plants before planting in the ground. I usually tease apart some roots, sometimes even soaking them in water, or in the worst case take a knife to it and partially cut through some of them. But recently a nursery man told me to leave them be, that they will spread out on their own. This seems counterintuitive to me. What do you folks do? Will appreciate your advice.
