6/24/2023 0 Comments Maple tree sprout![]() ![]() Little maple seeds are known as helicopters since they have what look like wings. But how did they get there in the first place? A large mature maple tree can produce thousands of seeds each year, and they’re so lightweight that they can be carried around by wind that spreads them to other planted areas. Maple seedlings grow fast, and if you don’t take them out soon enough, they’ll be infesting the whole yard. There’s plenty of time for that in the spring.Ĭontact Inexpensive Tree Care with any questions.Surprisingly Effective Ways To Rid Yourself Of Maple Tree Seedlings What Is Causing Maple Seedlings to Grow in Your Lawn? Remove any unwanted or dead branches.ĭo not fertilize the tree. Next, add a layer of mulch around your newly planted and dormant (leave-less) maple sapling.įollow this helpful and simple rule of (green?) thumb from our neighbors to the north at : “Do not ‘volcano’ the mulch into a pile around the base, this will encourage rotting at the base of the tree.”įinally, prune your maple sapling. Arrange the roots as naturally as possible - i.e., don’t “ bunch, twist, double-over, or bend them. Third, dig a hole deep enough for your sapling’s root system. Be sure to consult local ordinances for rules and regulations for tree planting. (This is a general rule for planting any tree, actually. Maple Planting and PlacementĪs mentioned above, keep them away from sidewalks, driveways, plumbing and septic systems. Fortunately, maples can thrive across a wide range of soils - from acidic to alkaline. Plant maples in soil with an appropriate pH balance. Second, plant your sapling in the fall and - this is crucial - after the sapling has lost its leaves.
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