Q.How long should I leave the protective trunk shield on my 8mo weeping cherry tree?
We live in west central Illinois. Tree was planted in late Sept 2018. It is now early July 2019. It is doing well & bloomed beautifully in April.

GKH_Susan
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Answered on July 9, 2020
Tree guards should always be removed in spring. While they can be useful as protection against trimmers and mowers, they also provide a safe haven for insects and disease. Here is more:
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