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Sunset Maple Fails to Leaf Out: Cold Injury or Planting Depth?

Norwegian Sunset Maple Buds Not Opening

A late freeze can kill tender buds. Scratch twigs for green. Ensure root flare is visible—mulch/soil piled too high smothers roots (95% roots in top 6"). Understory plants not the issue.

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