Sunburst Maple Slow to Leaf Out - Ask Extension
Is it a typical year for Maples to leaf out late? Cool spring etc.
Our Sunburst Maple almost looks dead with old seed pods still hanging and leaves ...
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Sunburst Maple Slow to Leaf Out #749292
Asked May 11, 2021, 11:52 AM EDT
Is it a typical year for Maples to leaf out late? Cool spring etc.
Our Sunburst Maple almost looks dead with old seed pods still hanging and leaves that are very small
Dakota County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi,
Given our warm/cold/warm season, it’s quite possible that your maple is just slow to leaf. If the twigs are still green (scratch off a bit of bark with your nail) and flexible, you should be ok. If you haven’t seen anything in the next couple of weeks, send us a picture...or have a certified arborist come check your tree: https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/how-hire-tree-care-professional