uprooted blue spruce! can you replant?

Question

we have a 15ft blue spruce that was uprooted during high wind gust of 60 mph. Is there any chance of replanting it

Answer 1

It is possible, but depends on several factors. First off, How extensive is the root damage and can you compensate for it? How long has it been uprooted? Often times evergreens uproot because there are restrictions on root growth (such as rock ledge, compacted soil or clay). In such a situation, the problem is going to happen again, even if the tree survives.
So, if you think it is worth the effort, bring the tree upright, provide the roots with nutrients, topdress with soil and water.
It is also imperative that the tree be supported upright so that it does not topple again. This must be done carefully and monitored. If cable is run around the tree, use some old hose as a chafe guard. This must be inspected and adjusted as the tree grows, or it will create other problems. An alternative is to use lag hooks or eyes into the trunk to connect the cables. Eventually, the tree grows over the lags. The other ends are connected to stakes in the ground or other secure objects. The cables are unsightly and create a hazard to pets and people moving about the yard. Hang streamers from the cables to make them more obvious.
Good luck

Answer 2

Depends how much root damage there was.

You might not know unless you try. Re-plant, water with a rooting hormone, and see.

Was it recently planted? If so, you've got a really really good shot at it surviving.

If it's been in ther ground for several years - then my guess is that it may not be in the best of health. A healthy, established 15 foot tree should be able to defend against 60 mph winds.

Again - trying won't hurt, or cost you much (as long as you don't have to hire someone to muscle it back into its hole), so I'd say go for it.

Answer 3

You can try. If it was torn out of the ground by wind, it probably lost too much root to live though.

Answer 4

Depends on if the main root is damaged.i would probably say no.We had another conifer removed due to plumbing and tried to re-plant it but were unsuccessful.