Doc Posted November 5, 2004 Report Share Posted November 5, 2004 Generally, I have found that cut leafed branches of any deciduous tree will hold their leaves a lot longer than live branches. Yes, they wither up and lose the green color, but they stay on the branches. This may be because I generally cut branches for blind cover in September. Some of the leaves may have started to change color, but at that time of year they aren't even thinking of falling. Cutting them at that time, I think, hardens the attachment and makes them stay longer. Anything cut at this time of year is just not going to remain with its leaves attached. The process of dropping is already well under way and they are just barely fastened as it is. Beech branches last a very long time and maple does pretty good too. Red ossier will not hold its leaves for very long no matter when it's cut. When appropriate, plants such as goldenrod can be quite effective and will last a very long time. Also pine boughs will last an entire season. Of course they are really only effective if there are other pines around. Using something that is not native to that particular area can make a stand stick out like a sore thumb. Now, I didn't notice what part of the country you are in, so I must state that everything I've said reflects only my experiences in NYS. I'm sure leaves on cut limbs react differently in other parts of the country. Doc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted November 5, 2004 Report Share Posted November 5, 2004 Re: brushing up stands I use fir trees...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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