A client has heavy clay soil and wants to plant a new tree. To ensure proper establishment and long-term health, what is the MOST appropriate backfilling technique?
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A
Amend the backfill generously with sand and organic compost to create a rich, loamy mixture.
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B
Backfill the planting hole using only the native clay soil that was originally excavated.
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C
Dig the hole twice as deep as the root ball and fill the bottom half with gravel for drainage.
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D
Replace all the native soil with a pre-mixed planter soil from a nursery.