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- Rooting the ball maple - is that possible?
- Root incision not without a crown cut - How to do it right
- Roots under turf - decoratively cover rather than cut
- Tips
One third of the roots can be cut
Rooting the ball maple - is that possible?
Ball maple thrives on a flat heart-root system that can cause conflicts in the garden. Often, gardeners wonder if a rooting can solve the problem. This guide explains proven options.
Root incision not without a crown cut - How to do it right
From the fifth year a ball maple has become well rooted. Most of the root strands extend just below the surface of the earth. Only a few roots reach to a depth of 100 to 120 cm. The near-surface roots leave little room for underplanting. How to solve the problem:
Considering the strong sap flow that accompanies each cut on the maple, the action should take place in early fall. Choose an appointment in September or October with dry and cloudy weather. At this point in time, the leaf fall will put you on a short break in the sump, keeping the stress level for your maple tree at a low level.
Roots under turf - decoratively cover rather than cut
In the middle of the lawn, a ball maple is represented in the front garden. In many cases, house gardeners quarrel with lawn mowing with shallow roots that extend just below the surface. Those who reach for the scissors here to cut off disturbing roots do not yet know the following options for problem solving:
A decorative and natural solution is the Unterpflanzung the Kugelahorns. Ground cover, such as foam bloom (Tiarella cordifolia) or elm flower (Epimedium rubrum), can be perfectly arranged with the roots of Acer platanoides Globosum and thrive in the shade of the deciduous crown.
Tips
You can save the stress of a root cut on your maple, if you pay attention to a sufficient distance during the planting. For paved paths or the terrace, a distance of at least 200 cm is recommended. The distance to a wall should be 300 to 400 cm, unless the crown is cut regularly.