New maple tree with leader repair - Ask Extension
I bought a Celebration Maple tree from a local nursery. Before I bought it I inspected the bottom 3/4 of the tree trunk carefully. I planted it last T...
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New maple tree with leader repair #871946
Asked June 06, 2024, 5:45 PM EDT
I bought a Celebration Maple tree from a local nursery. Before I bought it I inspected the bottom 3/4 of the tree trunk carefully. I planted it last Thursday and it look like it’s doing well. But a few days ago I noticed, when I was standing back from the tree, it has been repaired about a 1/4 of the way down from the top. See photos. Will this tree repair be ok as the tree grows larger? What would be the pros and cons? If it will be a problem, I will need to dig it up and return it for another tree. That is if they have another one. I bought this one due to limited space, as it does not get as wide as most maples.
Anoka County Minnesota
Expert Response
The tree appears to be well on its way to a full recovery, but a stub comprising a portion of the original leader remains.
It might be best to remove the stub, but we recommend getting the opinion of a tree care professional before doing that. You may want to discuss your find with the vendor to get a first opinion, and with a tree care professional if questions remain.
It might be best to remove the stub, but we recommend getting the opinion of a tree care professional before doing that. You may want to discuss your find with the vendor to get a first opinion, and with a tree care professional if questions remain.
