This is the way we stake trees and the way we recommend you do it too. Trees should only be staked if they really require it, i. In most cases a tree will establish its own root system for anchorage faster if it is not staked.
When staking a tree it is best that the stakes are low on the trunk so they hold the rootball better. If you use a high stake it will not hold the root ball steady in the ground. Once your stakes are in the ground you can use your tree tie to tie the tree to the stakes.
Only leave stakes on the tree for 9 — 12 months, Never use wire or anything else which can cut into the bark, Never stake using only one stake. Find a Plant Search. How Long to Brace a Young Tree? By Jack Gerard. Related Articles. Is Bracing Necessary? Small Tree Bracing You can brace a young tree with a trunk diameter less than 2 inches using a single stake.
Larger Tree Bracing Trees with trunk diameters larger than 2 inches require multiple stakes to brace properly. If one stake is not sufficient, place two stakes that run parallel to the prevailing winds. Drive the stake into the outer edge of the planting hole, safely away from the root system but still within the mulched planting area.
For guying straightened, wind thrown trees, use three stakes or anchors, equally spaced around the tree with one placed upwind from the prevailing winds. Never place guying anchors outside of the mulched planting bed because this can become a safety hazard to people walking by or playing near the trees. Placing the stem attachment. Removing the stakes and anchors Remove the attachments in the fall for spring-planted trees and for trees planted the previous fall.
After removing the attachments, check the tree for stability. Multi-stemmed trees The guying method can be used on larger transplanted or balled and burlapped multi-stemmed trees. Two anchors should be placed against the prevailing wind in a parallel line with each other.
The anchors should be driven into the ground so only a few inches are left above ground. Conifer support systems A guying system is recommended for large evergreens that are ten feet or taller in windy sites. Tripod support system The tripod support system can be used instead of traditional staking for transplanted conifers less than ten feet tall. Leave this support system in place for a full growing season. Wind thrown trees. Straightening a wind thrown tree Straighten the tree soon after the windstorm has subsided, at least within a couple of days.
Excavate under the heaved-up root system to the depth of the lifted mass of roots and soil. This allows the root and soil mass to settle back to a normal depth once the tree has been straightened. Never pull or winch a tree into an upright position without first excavating under the heaved-up roots.
Without the excavated area for the root and soil mass to settle in, it will be pulled up and out of the ground, which will result in more broken roots on the opposite side. Install a triangular guying system, water thoroughly, back fill with loose soil to fill any open areas around the roots, water again and mulch the entire rooting area.
Make sure that you include the guying anchors within the mulched area. Splinting trees. Why splint. When to splint Trees should be splinted at the beginning of the growing season. Splinting materials The splint has to be made of a rigid material that will remain straight with the added weight and forces of a branch being attached to it. How to splint Find the broken or leaning leader. Regularly check younger trees on windy sites or after storms.
Prune off the broken leader to reduce chances of disease and insect damage. Secure strong wire to low stakes inserted at a 45 degree angle away from the tree. Prevent rubbing by covering the wire with rubber hosepipe where it is wrapped around the stem or branches of the tree. Special tree ties are available made of durable, long-lasting plastic, with buckles for fastening and adjustment.
Ground anchors are essentially underground staking systems. They offer discreet anchorage of the rootball and are particularly useful for specimen trees or those in highly visible areas where above-ground methods would be unsightly. Tree anchors must be fitted at the time of planting. Systems such as the Platipus Tree Anchor and biodegradable tree anchors made from potato starch are available. Deer , rabbits and other mammals may harm newly planted trees.
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