Raven Oaks

Maple

Japanese Maple Trees And Spring Frost Damage

March 9th

Many trees and plants, including Japanese Maple trees are susceptible to frost damage, especially early in the season when leaves are tender and new.

I am writing this article on Japanese Maple Trees and frost damage on March 9th. Today the high temperature here in central Virginia is a balmy 78 degrees Fahrenheit! And yet literally a week ago it was snowing with a record daytime low of only 10F.

Yes it's late Winter/early Spring and this is the sort of crazy daily temperature swings you can easily experience. Needless to say the sap is rising in our plants and buds are visibly swelling on our Japanese Maple Trees. At this rate, even if temperatures drop to the usuaal norm in the 50sF it's only a matter of days until the leaves of some of the early maples start to emerge.

Examples of early cultivars of Japanese Maple Trees are:

• Katsura

As welcome as these harbingers of Spring are to see in our gardens there's a risk we run and a potential price we pay for this early show.

It doesn't take much for old man winter to reassert himself one last time (or two) and plunge us back into night-time frosts.

I have some pictures of trees looking nice with ice formed on the Japanese maple Tree Branches, but the result is often catastrophic for the Plant.

You might be fortunate to have a slow thaw and the tender leaves may just survive, but you can't be sure. If you find you have blackened, dry and crispy looking remnants of leaves you've got frost damage.

Sadly the tree may not survive this hit. The Spring surge of stored energy went into opening the buds and unfurling the leaves. Now the tree relies on photosynthesis to feed itself. Without these first leaves, there may not be enough unopened buds left or energy stored to start growth off a second time around.

If you find the branches and even the tree trunk are brown you may have lost the tree. using your fingernail gently scrape the bark on the branches and trunk. If you see green, live looking wood you may still be ok. But if all you see is brown dead wood, that's a bad sign.

Here are two things to do:

1. Watch the local weather forecasts until you reach your area's time when you can be fairly sure you will stay frost free. Until then, be alert and ready to protect your Japanese Maple Trees. At the garden center you can get a woven or spun fleece-like blanket to drape over your trees. You can try to protect like the Florida
citrus growers do by spraying with water and hope this takes up some of the cold. These are not guaranteed to work, but you'll be better off than risking doing nothing.

2. If you feel like your tree still has a chance of hanging on, you can spray with a "tonic". I like to use a proprietary super-concentrated "reviver". You can find details at:

Tree Reviver

If all else fails and you do lose the tree, we'd love to hunt around the Nursery and find a great replacement for you.

Happy Gardening online and in dirt

About the Author

Ken Alston is a green thumbed British-American gardener, maple-aholic and nurseryman who provides gardeners and fellow Japanese Maple Tree enthusiasts with valuable advice, information and hard to find Japanese maple trees, seeds and Seedlings at http://japanese-maple.com.

http://japanese-maple.com

=========================

John Louis Standard Solid Wood Closet System $0 This closet system is made of 100-percent solid wood. It features added ventilation to keep everything in place.

Hand-carved Drop-front Secretary Desk $278.99 Accentuate your home with the Drop-front Secretary DeskHand-carved of solid camphor wood, desk features a rich maple finish and ornate detailingHome office furniture has an interior file cabinet, writing surface and two drawers

Maple End Grain 20x15-inch Chopping Block $95.99 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting boardButcher block made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF-certified

Maple Edge Grain 24x18-inch Cutting Board $55.83 Every kitchen needs a gourmet cutting board Butcher block is beautifully made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleSafe cutting board doesn't allow your knife to skip

Maple Edge Grain 20x15-inch Cutting Board $70.04 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting blockButcher block manufactured by Michigan Maple Block, a pioneer in the development of butcher blocks in 1881NSF certified

Maple End Grain 18-inch Square Chopping Block $96.49 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting blockButcher block manufactured by Michigan Maple Block, a pioneer in the development of butcher blocks in 1881Safe cutting board doesn't allow knife skip

Maple Edge Grain 18x12-inch Cutting Board $36.95 Every kitchen needs a gourmet cutting board Butcher block is beautifully made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleSafe cutting board doesn't allow your knife to skip

Wise Company Grab N' Go 84-serving Breakfast/ Entree Long Term Food Bucket $150 This Grab N' Go 84-serving Long-term Emergency Food Storage pack is a one-month supply of food for three servings of food per day for four adults. This emergency food storage pack is an ultra portable and storable solution for your food storage needs.

John Louis Deluxe Closet System $469.99 This John Louis deluxe closet system is designed with 100-percent solid wood. This sturdy closet system is available with a honey maple finish and has an added ventilation system.

Wise Company Long Term 720-serving Emergency Food Package $1295 Long-term Emergency Food Storage3 month supply: Two (2) servings of food per day for four (4) adults or two (2) adults and four (4) childrenModel: 40-40720

Regency Lunchroom 42-inch Round Table $156.99 Finish: Cherry, maple, mahogany, mocha walnut, beige, greyDimensions: 30 inches high x 42 inches wide x 42 inches deepMaterials: Thermal fused melamine laminate with metal 'X base

Maple End Grain 15-inch Square Chopping Block $66.04 Sturdy chopping blocks are perfect all your kitchen cutting needsCutting board is made of beautiful maple woodChopping block is safe, does not allow knife skip

Ceramic 31.5-inch Light Maple Single Sink Bathroom Vanity $727.99 This sleek single sink vanity features a plywood veneer with a light maple finish. With a side cabinet and mirror, this vanity makes a great bathroom addition.

Montego Maple Full/Queen-size Headboard $154.09 Update your bedroom or guestroom decor with clean, modern styleConstructed from a combination of high quality and laminated composite woods Highlighted by a versatile maple finish

Maple End Grain 15-inch Round Chopping Block $50.99 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting boardButcher block made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF-certified

Maple End Grain 12x12-inch Chopping Block $51.99 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting boardButcher block made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF-certified

Montego Maple 5-drawer Chest $173.34 Boasting classic elegance, this dresser updates any bedroom furniture collectionChest constructed of durable composite wood and mdf, no plastic edgebandingVersatile maple finish blends with any home decor

White Maple Wardrobe with Storage Drawers $272.99 This white mable wardrobe with storage drawers is the perfect addition to any bedroom or closet. The ample storage from the drawars and shelves ensure that you stay neat and organized.

Maple Edge Grain 14x10-inch Cutting Board $31.49 Every kitchen needs a gourmet cutting board Butcher block is beautifully made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF Certified

Phat Tommy Bamboo Overlay Decorative Wooden Storage Trunk $96.95 This Phat Tommy trunk is handcrafted and tailored to enhance the existing decor of any room in the home. This chest is a classic piece of art and will provide an elegant way to store any item in your home.

Rilley 72-inch Home Bar $933.49 The Rilley bar is incredibly versatile and will blend beautifully with any homes decor. The decorative raised panels in an English Tudor finish add regal and warmth to this stately piece.

Maple Edge Grain 12-inch Round Cutting Board $28.99 Every kitchen needs a gourmet cutting board Butcher block is beautifully made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF Certified

Montego Maple King Size Storage Headboard $180.04 Montego 11-inch deep bookcase-style headboard has 6 compartmentsVersatile headboard provides ample space for bedside reading materials, clocks, photographs and decorative accessoriesBed accessory can be used with any king size bed frame

Maple 3-door Wardrobe $266.99 Maple 3-door, 2-drawer dresser gives you the added closet space you needMakes a handy addition to any bedroom for additional space and storageFurniture features three shelves, metal hardware and a metal hanging rod

Gilliam 68-inch Home Wood Bar $1679.99 This beautiful Gilliam home bar is not only a functional bar but a stunning piece of furniture that will enhance any room. The pilasters on this bar are fluted in a classic style.

Maple Cutting Board/ Knife/ Elixir Set $78.99 Every kitchen needs a maple cutting board set Set includes maple cutting board, santoku knife and cutting board elixirCutting board and knife ensemble makes a great gift

Bestar Manhattan U-shaped Workstation $986.05 This workstation combines style, durability and functionality with a rich chocolate and maple finish. This workstation model has a 1-inch durable commercial-grade melamine work surface and several closed storage for a well-organized work environment.

Maple Edge Grain 12x18-inch Cutting Board $48.49 Every kitchen needs a gourmet cutting board Butcher block is beautifully made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleSafe cutting board doesn't allow your knife to skip

Sycamore Maple-finish 4-drawer Chest $102.99 This attractive and economical four-drawer chest provides lots of storage for your clothing. The drawer guides are metal and unit utilizes sturdy cam lock assembly.

Montego Maple 2-drawer & Open Cubbie Nightstand $110.05 Enrich your bedroom furniture collection with this classic pieceNightstand constructed of durable composite woods, no plastic edgebandingStylish maple finish blends with any home decor

Maple Edge Grain 20x15-inch Cutting Board $62.99 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting boardButcher block made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF-certified

Japanese Maple 6-foot Silk Tree $130.99 Enhance your home decor with a Japanese maple silk treeDecorative accessory is often the centerpiece of any room it finds itself inSilk plant features several trunks that shoot skyward

Regency Lunchroom 36-inch Round Table $148.99 Finish: Cherry, maple, mahogany, mocha walnut, beige, greyDimensions: 30 inches high x 36 inches wide x 36 inches deepMaterials: Thermal fused melamine laminate with metal 'X' base

Atom Super Carver PintailLongboard $85.2 This Atom super carver pintail longboard is perfect for cutting across town. These specially designed boards enable you to take the sharpest turns and still stay on your feet.

Maple End Grain 18-inch Round Chopping Block $92.99 Every kitchen needs a professional cutting boardButcher block made of solid Northern Michigan hard mapleNSF-certified

Kelly Country Sideboard $247.49 Perfect for Sunday brunch, this sideboard furniture features a rich espresso finish and spacious rattan drawers. This furniture also features display shelves.

Fashion Bed Finley Curved Arch Twin Size Headboard $95.99 Materials: Solid wood Finish: White, bayport maple, black, merlotDimensions: 45 inches high x 40 inches wide x 3 inches deep

Arlington Suede Home Bar $1966.99 This Arlington home bar features a radiant suede finish which adds to the appeal of the raised panels while the brushed steel footrest follows the contours of the bar. This bar also features a removable wine rack and ice storage.

Phat Tommy Dark Brown Hickory Decorative Wooden Storage Trunk $96.95 This Phat Tommy trunk is handcrafted and tailored to enhance the existing decor of any room in the home. This chest is a classic piece of art and will provide an elegant way to store any item in your home.

Montego Maple 6-drawer Dresser $220.89 Functional and elegant, this piece enhances your bedroom furniture collectionDresser constructed of durable composite wood and mdf, no plastic edgebandingVersatile maple finish blends with any home decor

J.K. Adams 48-bottle Spice Carousel $0 Spice carousel's hard-rock sugar maple racks turn on industrial ball-bearing swivelsSpice rack has clear-finished, smooth surfaceCarousel holds up to 48 spice bottles for easy access and use

Orchestra Approved Student Violin W/ Case and Shoulder Rest (7 Sizes) $126.99 Enjoy the sweet sound of concertos and sonatas with this orchestra approved student violinViolin is handmade with a carved maple back and sidesThis musical instrument boasts excellent tonal properties

Montego Maple 2-drawer Nightstand $81.01 Enrich your bedroom furniture collection with this elegant pieceNightstand constructed of durable composite woods, no plastic edgebandingStylish honey oak finish blends with any home decor

Montego Maple Cubbie Bench $101.02 Practical storage design is well suited for any front hallway, mudroom, or bedroomConstructed from a combination of high quality, laminated, composite woods Highlighted by a stylish maple finish

Heavy Maple $11.49 Heavy Maple

Maple $33.1 This book is in New - Excellent condition

Pork Pie Maple Snare Maple 6x10 Inch $329.99 Pork Pie Maple Snare Maple 6x10 Inch

Gretsch Drums Maple Snare Drum Maple 5x14 $299 Gretsch Drums Maple Snare Drum Maple 5x14

Pork Pie Maple Snare Maple 13x5 Inches $329.99 Pork Pie Maple Snare Maple 13x5 Inches

Amati ABN-32-MS Maple Bassoon $3379.99 Amati ABN-32-MS Maple Bassoon

Napoli Maple Curio $1350 Napoli Maple Curio

Songs From The Maple Groove $9.99 Songs From The Maple Groove

Small Keyboard Shelf Maple $85.99 SMALL KEYBOARD SHELF MAPLE

Under Counter Rack Maple $170.99 UNDER COUNTER RACK MAPLE

BISQUETTES, MAPLE 48PK $16.99 BISQUETTES, MAPLE 48PK

Maple Leaves (US Version) $69 Maple Leaves (US Version)

Getting Started With Maple $419 Getting Started With Maple

Linear Algebra Using Maple $939 Linear Algebra Using Maple

The Madam of Maple Court $12 The Madam of Maple Court

Maple Syrup $18.99 Maple Syrup by Demeter for Women - 4 oz Cologne Spray

The Maple Book $54.95 "The Maple Book" offers encyclopedic coverage of the latest version of this software package, Maple 7.0, and provides a tutorial that extends from high school algebra to advanced topics in mathematics.

Tropic - Cal Sun Sunglasses - Maple $20 Maple sunglasses. Available in Tortoise.

Regal Tip Maple Drumsticks 8A $7.99 Mash it up with maple!

Maple Landmark 66025 ORNAMENT NATURAL MAPLE LEAVES $21.06 Lasercut hard maple ornament with a maple leaf design. Natural maple with clear finish. 3 Diameter. Hangs with included gold ribbon.

Gretsch Drums Maple Snare Drum Maple 8x14 $399 Quality Gretch snare in 10-ply gloss maple.

Gretsch Drums Maple Snare Drum Maple 6.5x14 $339 Quality Gretch snare in 10-ply gloss maple.

Maple Leaf Press 6640 Maple Leaf Elk $17.89 Maple Leaf paper targets. Elk25 x 38

Maple By Example $63.95 Maple by Example, Third Edition , is a reference/text with CD for beginning and experienced students, professional engineers, and other Maple users. This new edition has been updated to be compatible with the most recent release of the Maple software. Coverage includes built-in Maple commands used in courses and practices that involve calculus, linear algebra, business mathematics, ordinary and partial differential equations, numerical methods, graphics and more. The CD-ROM provides updated Maple input and all text from the book. * Updated coverage of Maple features and functions * New applications from a variety of fields, including biology, physics and engineering * Backwards compatible for all previous Maple version * More detail in its step-by-step examples

M9 C271BHC Maple Bat $79.99 The Louisville Slugger M9 C271BHC Maple Bat

A Guide to Maple $143.3 This handson book allows one to become a Maple user immediately and then gradually guides readers to a broader and more proficient use of Maple. It is structured to serve as a fast and surveyable guide that introduces the extensive capabilities of the software for standard use as well as introducing Maple facilities that can carry out more specialized calculations. Author: Kamerich, Ernic/ Kamerich Binding Type: Hardcover Number of Pages: 379 Publication Date: 1998/12/21 Language: English Dimensions: 9.50 x 6.37 x 0.83 inches

MTD Kingston KZ Left Handed Bass Burled Maple Maple $1249 MTD Kingston KZ Left Handed Bass Burled Maple Maple

MTD Kingston KZ 5-String Left Handed Bass Burled Maple Maple $1289 MTD Kingston KZ 5-String Left Handed Bass Burled Maple Maple

Fender Blacktop Telecaster HH Electric Guitar (Maple Fingerboard) Silver Maple $478.49 Fender Blacktop Telecaster HH Electric Guitar (Maple Fingerboard) Silver Maple

Fender Blacktop Stratocaster HH with Maple Fretboard Electric Guitar Black Maple $549.99 Fender Blacktop Stratocaster HH with Maple Fretboard Electric Guitar Black Maple

Fender Blacktop Telecaster HH Electric Guitar (Maple Fingerboard) Black Maple $549.99 Fender Blacktop Telecaster HH Electric Guitar (Maple Fingerboard) Black Maple

Maple Legends Episode 1