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• Watering: Water sparingly, just enough to prevent the root ball from fully drying out. Avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilization: Do not fertilize. Tree is not metabolically active.
• Repotting: Prepare for repotting if needed; finalize substrate and pot choices.
• Pruning: Minor structural pruning can be done now if needed to reduce large branches before repotting.
• Wiring: Avoid wiring during cold spells. Only if structure requires correction before bud swell.
• Pests Disease: Inspect for overwintering pests like scale or spider mites; clean bark if needed.
• Winter Protection: Shelter from late frosts. Protect roots from freeze-thaw cycles using mulch or a cold frame.
• Wound Management: Seal large pruning wounds to prevent desiccation.
• Deadwood Carving: Best time for carving; wood is dry and will hold detail well.
• Propagation: Stratify acorns if attempting seed propagation.
• Development: Focus on structural assessment and planning.
• Display: Not advised; tree is dormant and lacks aesthetic presence.