Newly transplanted cherry tree

hjblock · 23rd May 2011, 03:24 AM

I am hoping to get some guidance on a cherry tree in my yard. First and foremost, I had to transplant a 15' cherry tree a couple of weeks ago to make room for a renovation and I want to know if it's going to survive! I know it was the WORST time to transplant (but also the best time to start a home renovation.) It had just blossomed. But, so far it looks ok...just a handful of dead leaves. When will I know if it "made" it? Any advice on care to help ensure it survives? I've uploaded pictures to show the full tree, a typical branch with one dead leaf and also how I've staked it for feedback on that. It's so big we were afraid it would hit the house if it wasn't staked and a big wind came. Thanks!

Brent Ferris · 23rd May 2011, 02:19 PM

If you got a big enough root ball, and the tree gets enough water, it should do ok. You need to wait and see. New growth on the new shoots usually suggests the tree has taken,

Eric Frei · 23rd May 2011, 06:58 PM

Soil conditioners like Seaweed extract and Mycorrhizal fungi will certainly help.

23rd May 2011, 03:24 AM	#1
hjblock I'm new here so be nice Join Date: May 2011 Location: Summit, NJ Posts: 4	Newly transplanted cherry tree I am hoping to get some guidance on a cherry tree in my yard. First and foremost, I had to transplant a 15' cherry tree a couple of weeks ago to make room for a renovation and I want to know if it's going to survive! I know it was the WORST time to transplant (but also the best time to start a home renovation.) It had just blossomed. But, so far it looks ok...just a handful of dead leaves. When will I know if it "made" it? Any advice on care to help ensure it survives? I've uploaded pictures to show the full tree, a typical branch with one dead leaf and also how I've staked it for feedback on that. It's so big we were afraid it would hit the house if it wasn't staked and a big wind came. Thanks! Attached Thumbnails

23rd May 2011, 02:19 PM	#2
Brent Ferris Veteran Heritage Status Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,557	Re: Newly transplanted cherry tree If you got a big enough root ball, and the tree gets enough water, it should do ok. You need to wait and see. New growth on the new shoots usually suggests the tree has taken, __________________ My business: Tree Pruning and Removals -- Strump Removals -- Advice -- Consulting -- Arborist Reports Consulting Forester If you want an honest opinion, call Brent Ferris...because, Trees want to Live Too ! We do great jobs, even in small yards. Free Estimates Oakville to Oshawa - North to Bradford (Will travel further if cost of travelling covered) Email -- treeshaveneeds@3web.com Cell 416-460-5704

23rd May 2011, 06:58 PM	#3
Eric Frei Admin - Owner Palm & Tree Services in Brisbane Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,993	Re: Newly transplanted cherry tree Soil conditioners like Seaweed extract and Mycorrhizal fungi will certainly help. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Palm and Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

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