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- Q.Maple Tree Problem - Need to know what is going on with the trunk of my Maple Tree. The bark on my Maple Tree ...
- Q.Dying Lace Leaf Maple - The leaves of lace leaf maple, in a container, are drying out and the trunk and limbs are discoloring. I ...
- Q.Maple Tree Damaged By Weed Trimmer - I damaged the bark on a young maple tree with a weed trimmer. Thanks for letting me know how this ...
- Q.Leaves Changing Color Too Soon - It is just the first week of summer here in Dayton, OH and already the leaves on the majority of ...
- Q.Autumn Blaze Maple Trees - A year ago we planted an Autumn Blaze Maple tree. Does it naturally attract a swarm of bees at dusk ...
- Q.Volunteer Maple Trees Transferred - I have a lot of volunteer maple trees in my yard. I would like to transplant them to other places. ...
- Q.How Do I Help My Maple Tree? - 3 year old maple tree has areas where bark is peeling off, revealing a canker. Looks like someone hit with ...
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heisten on
May 27, 2012Q.Maple Tree Problem
Need to know what is going on with the trunk of my Maple Tree. The bark on my Maple Tree is splitting in several places.
Answered by
Heather on
May 28, 2012
Certified ExpertA.If it is just cracks, it is likely winter damage. This is frequent in younger trees who have thinner bark but can happen to older trees. It occurs because the suns heat warms up the trunk in the winter, causing the interior layers of the trunk to swell and then this cracks the bark. It is normally not harmful to the tree, but as precaution, I would recommend treating the cracks with a fungicide every few months until they are healed to keep disease away. But do not seal them with anything as this can trap disease in the crack and cause damage. You can prevent further cracking in the future by wrapping the trunk in the winter until it gets a bit tougher.
If these look more like sores on the tree, rather than cracks, then it may be cankers. This article will help you with that:
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- Asked by
anne hudnall on
June 7, 2012Q.dying lace leaf maple
The leaves of lace leaf maple, in a container, are drying out and the trunk and limbs are discoloring. I cannot see any signs of insects. I live in Seattle. Can I do anything for it?
- Answered by
Heather on
June 11, 2012
Certified ExpertA.I would check the roots. You may have root rot, which would affect the visible part of the tree. It may also be a fungus. Treat the tree with a fungicide as well. And last of all, make sure it is getting enough water. A tree in a container outside in summer should be watered daily.
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8218nle on
June 13, 2012Q.Maple tree damaged by weed trimmer
I damaged the bark on a young maple tree with a weed trimmer. Thanks for letting me know how this could be repaired to save the tree.
- Answered by
Heather on
June 19, 2012
Certified ExpertA.As long as you did not girdle the tree (cut the bark all the way around), it should recover on its own.
If you did girdle it, they is not much to be done, though you can try this method as a last ditch effort:
http://aces.nmsu.edu/ces/yard/2007/090807.html
If you have any other young trees in your yard, try putting a slitted piece of plastic tubing around the base until their bark toughens up a bit. This will help prevent damage from weed whackers or other objects that could cut the bark.Was this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
June 22, 2012Q.Leaves Changing Color Too Soon
It is just the first week of summer here in Dayton, OH and already the leaves on the majority of our maples are changing color. We have one tree to look at it and you would think it is already fall. What could be happening and how can we correct it?
- Answered by
Nikki on
June 23, 2012
Certified ExpertA.This is a normal response of many types of trees due to heat or drought-related stress.
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Anonymous on
July 5, 2012Q.Autumn Blaze Maple Trees
A year ago we planted an Autumn Blaze Maple tree. Does it naturally attract a swarm of bees at dusk during the summer months? This is the second summer we've noticed this incredible SWARMING of bees at dusk for about 20 minutes. Is this normal? Once it is dark, the bees are gone. . . What a crazy phenomenon!!
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 5, 2012
Certified ExpertA.Yes, these trees tend to attract swarms of bees with their fragrant flowers.
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Anonymous on
July 17, 2012Q.Volunteer Maple Trees Transferred
I have a lot of volunteer maple trees in my yard. I would like to transplant them to other places. What do I need to do to avoid transplant shock as much as possible and help them thrive? I live in Washington (Zone 4-5) Lake Tapps.
- Answered by
Nikki on
July 17, 2012
Certified ExpertA.You need to make sure that they have some roots of their own when you move them. Depending on their size, you may want to pot the little trees up for at least a whole season before planting out in the yard. This way they will be able to form stronger roots.
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maple1 on
August 3, 2012Q.How do I help my maple tree?
3 year old maple tree has areas where bark is peeling off, revealing a canker. Looks like someone hit with it with something, knocking a hunk out. What can I do to prevent further damage?
- Answered by
Heather on
August 13, 2012
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you with that:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cankers-on-trees.htmWas this answer useful?00
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