Does it make sense to use them on older trees that have been in the ground 10 to 30 years&gt;?
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Depends on how you water those trees now. If you are hand watering them now, then absolutely. If you depend on rainwater and they are ok, then not really needed.
321276
I wouldn't recommend it for that then. They will eventually go away, but it takes time & rain. You probably wouldn't want to risk it. Unless you can easily sweep it up.
1026961
I would say you probably want to remove them if not used for a long period. Otherwise, probably ok especially since they take a little time to install with good placement spacing and tight. They are plastic and rubber so they probably will degrade more if left on and outside.
1566334
Terry-I have found that these trees work in a larger area then the manufacture states. I have placed them all around my large yard & in large built in brick flower beds that surround my home-I use one per bed-about 7 to 10 feet long -I am in a warm climate ?? I just know that this product works & harms no one. All of Gods creatures-us too -unharmed- Bless who came up with this...go U Scram...J.J.
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If your trying to match something already there I'd do a test on another board or a scrap. And depending on the time that it has been sense the existing boards were done you might not be able to math it perfectly "saying that the ageing of the older wood wont be match-able perfectly."
1211391
I think they are suppose to. My tree is still really tiny so I don't think it will happen for a long while. Good luck!
2232450
Hi, thanks for your inquiry. As it states in the listing " OFF ROAD USE". However you can use them, but please be aware that they might not comply with your local laws. Please check with your jurisdiction and make your choice accordingly. "
341294
We use two of these in a couple of cedar planters I built. They hang by the lip, and two years in, no problem (but I do ease them in - I do not drop them in).
804722
I believe they will last a very long time. They are dried, so there is no issue there, and I have some that are coming up on a year.
2155573
I have never used them for outdoor projects. Once dry it takes a lot to get rid of acrylic paint, so my guess is it will last you for a while, but just to be sure you could put a layer of clear outdoor paint on top of it.
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I do not have experience with this particular use, but if you can get them through whatever the composition of the tree ring is, I expect they'd help. The only rings I have are the rubber ones which are about an inch thick, so, obviously, that doesn't leave as much staple to go into the ground, and I think it would be pretty difficult to get through the rubber weave. Mine being heavy and my dogs not being interested in them, I haven't seen a reason to secure them beyond their own weight. I hope someone else may be able to give a more definitive response, but perhaps edit your question to include the type of ring you're wanting to secure? I do not have experience with this particular use, but if you can get them through whatever the composition of the tree ring is, I expect they'd help. The only rings I have are the rubber ones which are about an inch thick, so, obviously, that doesn't leave as much staple to go into the ground, and I think it would be pretty difficult to get through the rubber weave. Mine being heavy and my dogs not being interested in them, I haven't seen a reason to secure them beyond their own weight. I hope someone else may be able to give a more definitive response, but perhaps edit your question to... » Read More I do not have experience with this particular use, but if you can get them through whatever the composition of the tree ring is, I expect they'd help. The only rings I have are the rubber ones which are about an inch thick, so, obviously, that doesn't leave as much staple to go into the ground, and I think it would be pretty difficult to get through the rubber weave. Mine being heavy and my dogs not being interested in them, I haven't seen a reason to secure them beyond their own weight. I hope someone else may be able to give a more definitive response, but perhaps edit your question to include the type of ring you're wanting to secure? « Show Less
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My suggestion would be to do LOTS of tests on scraps of the same lot of wood you'll be using for the repair, sanded to the same level, etc. And keep careful notes about your careful measurements for your color tests. But keep in mind that both the existing wood and what you're doing now will both continue to age, and even if they are a perfect match now they won't be forever. For a true long-term match don't try to match it now and just let it age like the older stuff did.
426127
I think that would work, but be careful. They are plastic and I don't think they would stand up to much debris from the road. Good Luck!
1161407
No. They are canvas and would not hold up to being outside for that amount of time. They are perfect for their intended use.
1728728
Yes. As long as they are not damaged, they could be re used with new lumber.
1552735
A general purpose is fine. Osmocote plus is great. Mix into the soil, and water thoroughly. Re apply every couple months based on how often you have to water. I bought this same tree about 12 months ago and mine is doing fantastic.
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I think they probably are, however the branches need to be sturdy. A Frazer fir would not be a good tree.