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Bring baby maples inside or leave outside

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Posted 6 months 1 week ago #81694
I live in a 4b zone in North America - known for long and cold winters that can get down to sub-0 Fahrenheit for about a week. I have created a maple forest from just baby maples I've collected around my yard. They all currently have their leaves on them and appear to be doing well. However, I am worried about the winter for them. Should I bring them inside and have them under grow lights? If so, when would be the best time for that?
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Replied by m5eaygeoff on topic Bring baby maples inside or leave outside

Posted 6 months 1 week ago #81696
Once they lose the leaves they do not require light, they can be placed in a cold unheated shed or garage not in a house. Growlights are pointless when the trees are dormant. Do not let them dry out completely.
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