When Does An Autumn Blaze Maple Begin To Green In The Spring?

Question

This is a new addition to my yard and I think it might be dead because there isn’t any new growth but it’s still early spring.

Answer 1

You should be seeing some budding, or signs of growth by now. You can do the scratch test to make sure the tree is alive:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-scratch-test.htm

Sometimes, plantings can fail. Whether it be wet soils, or colder than normal temperatures, it happens. If a scratch test reveals that the tree is dead, then replacing it will be best. If it is alive, then proper care may bring it out of dormancy.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/maple/autumn-blaze-maple-trees.htm