Question
Hi Jim, I saw your answer to the 9/13/2006 manganese question. I had the same recommendation and I have very sandy soil and am in the process of getting a soil test. What I was wondering is when is the best time to install the implants in the trees, I have two trees that are affected? Thanks, Hank

Answer
I would not do the implants.  I would check with a good local nursery and ask for a ph measuring kit and then if needed ask how to correct the ph and what to add for the manganese. Check the ph first and if it is low add fertilizer with manganese to the soil under the tree. The best time is  now and again in the spring.