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Hi, I have just found that I have 3 dead apple trees. I just bought 3 new apple trees to replace them. can I keep them in the pots (5 gal.) of whi...
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Asked September 26, 2023, 10:26 AM EDT
Hi, I have just found that I have 3 dead apple trees. I just bought 3 new apple trees to replace them. can I keep them in the pots (5 gal.) of which they came in over the winter or is fall a good time to plant them. the ground is ready for them to be planted if I need to plant them. please guide me as to what is the best alternative.
Allegan County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello,
To give your apple trees the best chance of success, follow these planting recommendations from Michigan State University Extension1:
The best time to plant apple trees in the upper Midwest is mid to late March, April, or June. Several research studies have demonstrated the advantages of planting as soon as the soil conditions allow. Trees planted in April have a decided advantage over those planted even one month late. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Avoid planting trees in frozen or water-saturated soils. Some growers have experimented with fall planting, but this method has its risks associated with subjecting young trees to severe winter temperatures. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Upon receipt of trees in late winter/early spring, inspect them for root health and moisture. Sometimes, trees shipped begin to dry in transit or in dry conditions in temporary storage venues. Unpack the trees from their containers and add moisture, moist shavings, or shredded paper to ensure the roots are not dry. Hold them in humid, cold storage above freezing temperatures until you are ready to plant. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Ensure trees are hydrated within a day or two before planting using oxygenated (flowing) water for four to 20 hours. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Check tree roots for crown gall disease caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens, which causes disease in many fruit and nut tree species (dicotyledonous); another strain called biovar three causes crown gall disease in grapevines, also known as Agrobacterium vitis. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
For more information on planting fruit trees, you can visit the MSU Extension website. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Please note that these recommendations are specific to Michigan and may vary depending on your location.
PLEASE READ THE BELOW RESOURCE IN ITS ENTIRETY
Planting fruit trees - Ron Perry, Michigan State University Extension, Department of Horticulture - April 01, 2011 - Give your fruit trees the best chance for success by following these planting recommendations. At this link:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
I hope this helps!
To give your apple trees the best chance of success, follow these planting recommendations from Michigan State University Extension1:
The best time to plant apple trees in the upper Midwest is mid to late March, April, or June. Several research studies have demonstrated the advantages of planting as soon as the soil conditions allow. Trees planted in April have a decided advantage over those planted even one month late. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Avoid planting trees in frozen or water-saturated soils. Some growers have experimented with fall planting, but this method has its risks associated with subjecting young trees to severe winter temperatures. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Upon receipt of trees in late winter/early spring, inspect them for root health and moisture. Sometimes, trees shipped begin to dry in transit or in dry conditions in temporary storage venues. Unpack the trees from their containers and add moisture, moist shavings, or shredded paper to ensure the roots are not dry. Hold them in humid, cold storage above freezing temperatures until you are ready to plant. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Ensure trees are hydrated within a day or two before planting using oxygenated (flowing) water for four to 20 hours. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Check tree roots for crown gall disease caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens, which causes disease in many fruit and nut tree species (dicotyledonous); another strain called biovar three causes crown gall disease in grapevines, also known as Agrobacterium vitis. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
For more information on planting fruit trees, you can visit the MSU Extension website. Info at this link: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
Please note that these recommendations are specific to Michigan and may vary depending on your location.
PLEASE READ THE BELOW RESOURCE IN ITS ENTIRETY
Planting fruit trees - Ron Perry, Michigan State University Extension, Department of Horticulture - April 01, 2011 - Give your fruit trees the best chance for success by following these planting recommendations. At this link:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/planting_fruit_trees
I hope this helps!
