Planting Young Red Maples in Fall

Four 12-inch red maple seedlings in pots need fall planting guidance.

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1. Dig hole twice the pot width and same depth.
2. Set root ball so soil line matches pot level.
3. Backfill with good potting soil.
4. Mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the trunk.
5. Water thoroughly; then weekly if no rain.

Fall planting allows root establishment before winter dormancy.