How long should I leave stakes on trees after planting?
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Until they mage enough to withstand any wind etc. on there own.
Uusually at least one year.
usually a year maybe 2
The less your tree is staked, the better it will develop a good root system to manage the wind. If you planted the tree with enough depth, the tree should do fine without staking. If you feel you need a stake, only keep the tree staked for a year at the most!!