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Transplanting Red Maple Saplings in Mid-Michigan

Planting Procedure

Dig hole twice the root ball width, same depth.
Remove burlap and wire completely.
Set tree so root flare is at grade. Backfill with native soil (amend only if very poor).
Mulch 3 inches, keep off trunk.
Water deeply: 1 inch every 3rd day for 4 weeks, then weekly through first season.
Stake only if unstable; remove stakes after 1 year.

Wind Considerations

On an open, windy site, a temporary windbreak (burlap on stakes) on the prevailing wind side reduces desiccation for the first winter.

Timing Note

Planting in summer is suboptimal but acceptable with diligent watering. Fall planting (September–October) is ideal in Michigan.

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