Autumn Blaze Maple red in summer - Ask Extension
Why is my autumn blaze maple red in July. Other shrubs (nine bark)in our yard, that are not close to the tree are also turning red/yellow now.
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Asked July 24, 2024, 10:13 PM EDT
Why is my autumn blaze maple red in July. Other shrubs (nine bark)in our yard, that are not close to the tree are also turning red/yellow now.
Washington County Minnesota
Expert Response
There is reason for concern. Early leaf color change can be a sign of stress:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/early_fall_color_in_trees_and_shrubs_may_be_a_sign_of_stress
Some possible stressors: drought, improper drainage, mechanical damage to the trunk, animal damage, soil compaction, insect predation, stem-girdling roots, and so forth.
The tree is on the parkway, so if it belongs to your community, contact them. If it is yours, you could hire a certified arborist to assess the tree:
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/early_fall_color_in_trees_and_shrubs_may_be_a_sign_of_stress
Some possible stressors: drought, improper drainage, mechanical damage to the trunk, animal damage, soil compaction, insect predation, stem-girdling roots, and so forth.
The tree is on the parkway, so if it belongs to your community, contact them. If it is yours, you could hire a certified arborist to assess the tree:
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist
