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Tree tubes
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05/27/23 02:23 AM
05/27/23 02:23 AM
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There sure are a lot of variety on the market. Choosing the right one isn't easy. Not only the type matters but also the height. I'm weighing various options. I suppose it depends partly on the type of tree. Most people seem to use them to protect trees but some say they will help improve growth if used properly
Last edited by AJE; 05/27/23 02:25 AM.
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Re: Tree tubes
[Re: AJE]
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05/27/23 09:38 AM
05/27/23 09:38 AM
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We stopped using the full length tree tubes for the same reasons as WhiteCliffs, except for the fire ants. We used to put mesh sleeves over the tops of the tubes to keep the birds of of them.
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Re: Tree tubes
[Re: Trapper Dahlgren]
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05/27/23 09:53 AM
05/27/23 09:53 AM
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make sure you get one with holes in the side! the holes in side in my experience are a entry way for mice. Mice will gnaw them larger to gain access inside the tube. No fire ants in WI, not a concern.
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Re: Tree tubes
[Re: D.T.]
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06/01/23 11:38 PM
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I use the spiral kind. Put them on when bucks start shedding velvet and take them off in the spring. Deer rubs and hard frosts are what im protecting against I did buy some of those a couple weeks ago and will plan on trying them
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Re: Tree tubes
[Re: NEYotetrapper]
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06/03/23 02:06 AM
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In my experience tree tubes they work decently well on hardwoods, but we do not recommend them for fruit trees. Spindly growth if they arent exposed to wind early on and also a place for rodents to live in the Winter. I have seen numerous fruit trees completely girdled inside the tubes if allowed to remain on the trees over Winter especially in deep snow country. Rodents seem to girdle untubed fruit trees, unless it is rabbits I don't know
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Re: Tree tubes
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06/07/23 11:32 PM
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Interesting Bryce. I hadn't heard that before.
For the oaks I planted this year I might just use a bud cap instead of tubes
I think one of the keys is just getting enough trees growing so that if critters take some it doesn't matter
I do the best I can to meet my MFL requirements.
The folks that rely on tree tubes maybe shouldn't put them out until fall
Last edited by AJE; 06/08/23 10:46 AM.
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