Question: How Do You Protect a Japanese Maple Trees From Winter Damage?
"This summer I planted a red Japanese maple tree in my garden. I am worried about the winter here in Illinois. Is there something I can do to protect my Japanese maple tree from the harsh winds and snow?"
Answer:
If the Japanese maple tree is still small, you can build a shelter for it to protect it from snow and ice. But in general, there are a couple of things you can do to ready your Japanese maple tree for winter:
1. Water your Japanese maple tree well during the fall season. When the ground freezes, trees are deprived of water and young ones can suffer damage as a result. Providing them with adequate water throughout the fall alleviates the problem.
2. Apply 3-4 inches of mulch around your Japanese maple tree. But don't apply mulch right up against the trunk (that invites pests such as voles to gnaw at it) -- keep the mulch a few inches away from the trunk.
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