Fall Care for Young Trees
Let this month's glorious autumn color be a reminder that fall is an important time to check the health of young trees. Even though many will soon be going dormant, actions you take now will help them get through winter and grow vigorously next spring.
First, make sure young trees are well watered. Even dormant trees can be subject to desiccation if the soil is dry. If a tree grew poorly last summer or had yellowing foliage, make a light application of a complete fertilizer according to label instructions. The roots will be able to absorb the nutrients even after leaves have dropped.
Fall is also an excellent time to make applications of Bayer Advanced™ Tree & Shrub Insect Control Concentrate to get a head start on insect pests that occur early in the spring, such as aphids and leafminers. Roots continue to take up moisture even when the upper portion looks dormant, so a fall application allows the ingredients to become evenly and well distributed throughout the tree in the spring. One application protects for up to 12 months. Read and follow label instructions exactly.
If the tree is staked, make sure it is not tied too tightly. A loosely tied tree will develop a stronger trunk and won't become girdled. If you live in a mild winter climate, make sure grass and weeds are not growing near the trunk. There should be a mulched, weed-free area around the base of the tree.
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