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| September 8, 2010 |
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Question:
By Kerry from Orem.
I bought a Autumn Blaze Maple from Cook's last week and planted it. It had a wood stake in the container about 4 feet up the trunk with it so when I planted it I just left the tree attached to it. Do I need to remove it or should I leave it tied to the tree and if so how long should I leave it attached? If I am suppose to remove it would you suggest staking the tree to help support it? I've noticed that the stake prohibits growth of any new limbs where the tree makes contact with it.
Also how often and how much should I water the tree? I am watering it now twice a week (about every 3 to 4 days) for about 1/2 hour with a slow flow of water. Any advice with these concerns would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!!
Answer:
(Answered on 6/21/2010)
You should take the stake that is right against the tree off. Depending on the size of the trunk, if you see that it is thick enough to hold the tree you do not need to stake it. But if you are concerned that the trunk is thin or you live in a high wind area, you may want to put a couple of stakes away from the tree with some cord to hold the tree but let it get used to the winds. You only want that stake on for one season.
The water sounds good for now. You will have to watch the tree and the soil to see if it needs more throughout the summer. As we get hotter, you will probably need to water it more. Watch the soil, and dig down about 4 inches to see that the soil is staying moist to that level.
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