Air layering in the fall

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  1. alex66

    alex66 Rising Contributor Maple Society 10 Years

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    hallo where is the best period for air layering on the maple?
    is possible to do air layering in the fall?
    my zone is 9b
     
    alex66, Sep 5, 2023
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    Acerholic Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout Maple Society

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    Hi Alex, fall is too late IMO. Around middle of June time I have found to be best. ( zone 8b. Then you see roots growing through the spagnum moss in early August, already to be removed from the parent tree and potted up.
     
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    AlainK Renowned Contributor Forums Moderator Maple Society 10 Years

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    I agree with Derek.
    Since the circulation of sap decreases in autumn, the chances of a tree to produce new roots is not optimum.
    I know people who start air-layering just before buds open (March), but they have a greenhouse. Here mid-June to mid-July (or even the end of July) is the best period.
     
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    alex66 Rising Contributor Maple Society 10 Years

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    ok i try next later spring 24 ;)
     
    alex66, Sep 7, 2023
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