[IBC] Best time to Air-layer a Trident Maple

Corcoran. Bil

I have a larger (about 4-inches wide at the soil line) Trident Maple in
need of an Air Layer. It has been mild in our area and we have not even
come close to summer dormancy. I am in Zone 5.

What I am wondering is if the group thinks it is reasonable to start an
Air layer now OR if not when should I start it. I know Spring is
usually the optimum time. If I do it in Spring should I start it BEFORE
or AFTER the leaves open.

My thinking is that since in our area the leaves usually don't open
until late May or early June (about 5 weeks ago) so now may be not
optimal but still reasonably safe. I'd love some opinions.

wmcorcor

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