Air Layering Suggestions?

[bobbywett]

Hello Folks,

Just seeking suggestions on where I should air layer my Japanese maple. I’d like to get as many as possible off of this tree and was wondering if it’s ok to attempt 4 or more layering’s this season?

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Bobby

 

[BrianBay9]

As long as each layer has sufficient foliage above it to drive root production, you can put multiple layers on at once.

 

[bobbywett]

As long as each layer has sufficient foliage above it to drive root production, you can put multiple layers on at once.

Thank You.

But, not too much foliage or it will too much for the developing root, do I have that right?

 

[19Mateo83]

You can easily air layer off all of the leaders you indicated as long as the tree is healthy. The more leaves up top the easier it will put out roots for you.

 

[BrianBay9]

Thank You.

But, not too much foliage or it will too much for the developing root, do I have that right?

As long as it's still on the mother tree you can have all the foliage the tree puts out. It's still supported by the full root system. When you decide to remove the layer, you might want to cut back the top foliage if you don't have a full set of new roots.

 

[bobbywett]

As long as it's still on the mother tree you can have all the foliage the tree puts out. It's still supported by the full root system. When you decide to remove the layer, you might want to cut back the top foliage if you don't have a full set of new roots.

Ok, that makes a lot if sense. Thanks