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We have a maple tree that seemed very healthy last year. This year the leaves are small and not maturing. The trunk seems to be darkening near the bas...
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Ailing maple tree #751436
Asked May 22, 2021, 10:18 AM EDT
We have a maple tree that seemed very healthy last year. This year the leaves are small and not maturing. The trunk seems to be darkening near the base. What causes this and what can be done to return it to health?
Scott County Minnesota
Expert Response
Please send us pictures of the tree trunk where it enters the ground.
Here are a couple of pictures:
A healthy tree should have a root flare at its base. Your tree has roots that are choking it. The tree roots are strangling its trunk, preventing the trunk from growing, and stopping the flow of water and nutrients within the tree. Your tree was planted too deep. The following site will help you determine if your tree can recover. https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/woody/remove-circling.shtml
The next site explains how to hire an arborist.
https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/how-hire-tree-care-professional
Thank you for your prompt response and analysis, and for the very helpful articles. Much appreciated!
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