Commented: Birch transplant shockI believe that an unestablished, bought at nursery tree, even a river birch, would not do well if the roots were flooded, cutting off access to oxygen, unless you have very well draining soil.
The OP ...
Commented: Should a cut the lower branches of this Dawn Redwood?Hi,
I would say it's more of a personal choice.
In theory, the more green foliage a plant has, the more energy it can produce through photosynthesis, making more food for the roots.
if it were my tre...
Commented: What is this fruit?Yes, the 5 seed sections would rule cherry tree out.
I think arbordave has it.
Compare your leaves and fruit, debodun, to Malus prunifolia.