- How often do you have to water the Japanese maple?
- Do you have to fertilize the Japanese maple?
- When and how to prune the Japanese maple?
- Which care instructions should be observed in particular for a Japanese maple cultivated in a bucket?
- How often should you repot a Japanese maple in a bucket?
- Which diseases and pests are common in the Japanese maple?
- The Japanese maple is getting brown leaves, what to do?
- Can the Verticillium wilt on the Japanese maple be avoided?
- Is the Japanese maple hardy?
The Japanese maple is also known as Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) and is a popular ornamental tree for gardens and tubs. Depending on the species and variety, the distinctive, relatively small deciduous tree impresses with pretty flowers in spring and intensive autumnal foliage coloring in yellow, orange or red tones. For beautiful growth and healthy plants, the Japanese maple should be carefully cared for.
The Japanese maple is very thirsty and needs a lot of water, especially in summer
How often do you have to water the Japanese maple?
Since the Japanese maple is one of the flat-rooted plants and always prefers a light moisture, regular watering is essential, especially in the hot and dry summer months. However, make sure that there is no waterlogging, because the tree is extremely sensitive to this. It is best watered in the early morning or evening hours, whereby the leaves should not be wetted.
Do you have to fertilize the Japanese maple?
A single fertilization at the beginning of the growth period is sufficient as fertilization, preferably with mature compost (leaf compost is ideal) or a depot fertilizer.
When and how to prune the Japanese maple?
The Far Eastern deciduous tree should not be cut back if possible, as it is very sensitive to this and in the worst case can even die. Dry and diseased branches or shoots are best removed in spring or summer, cutting measures in autumn or winter should be avoided.
Which care instructions should be observed in particular for a Japanese maple cultivated in a bucket?
Potted maples absolutely need very good drainage to avoid waterlogging. It is also best to water when the substrate has already dried on the surface and there is no water in the saucer - the saucer should always be emptied after watering.
How often should you repot a Japanese maple in a bucket?
Plant the young Japanese maple in a pot that is as large and wide as possible, so that the tree only has to be repotted after about four to five years.
Which diseases and pests are common in the Japanese maple?
The Japanese maple is particularly endangered by Verticillium wilt, a fungal disease that is always deadly. Otherwise, powdery mildew often occurs if the watering is incorrect - especially if the leaves are wetted in summer.
The Japanese maple is getting brown leaves, what to do?
Brown leaves are usually an indication of improper watering with either too much or too little water. However, the Verticillium wilt can also be behind it.
Can the Verticillium wilt on the Japanese maple be avoided?
Pay attention to a suitable location and the right care, especially with regard to watering. In addition, the Japanese maple should never be planted in a place where Verticillium wilt has already occurred - the fungal spores are very persistent in the soil, so replacing it is not effective.
Is the Japanese maple hardy?
Many species and varieties of Japanese maple are quite hardy and can be overwintered with just a few protective measures. Pay attention to the descriptions on the respective variety label.
tips
Trees affected by Verticillium wilt can sometimes be saved by liberally pruning away any affected shoots and branches.