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A landscaper planted my arborvitae last October. I now have noticed there is burlap around the roots. Should I dig around the trees and take the burla...
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Asked June 03, 2024, 12:16 AM EDT
A landscaper planted my arborvitae last October. I now have noticed there is burlap around the roots. Should I dig around the trees and take the burlap off?
Clackamas County Oregon
Expert Response
Thank you for your question, Dawn. There are pluses and minuses. This article explains them: https://extension.illinois.edu/news-releases/tips-planting-balled-burlapped-trees-long-term-health-success
Just know that the tree was planted at the optimal time of the year, and that uprooting it now means the roots will not be able to expand into relatively moist soil for the next 4-5 months, so you may lose it. Perhaps delay making changes until fall. Good luck!
Just know that the tree was planted at the optimal time of the year, and that uprooting it now means the roots will not be able to expand into relatively moist soil for the next 4-5 months, so you may lose it. Perhaps delay making changes until fall. Good luck!
