Deeply slit or lobed leaves in fresh green or deep red, beautiful, bright autumn colors and a rather weak growth - no wonder that the Japanese maple (Acer palmatum), originally from East Asia, is also found in many gardens in this country and also as a container plant on balconies and terraces can be found. Whether green or red Japanese maple - the following article gives you precise instructions for planting the ornamental tree.

Japanese maple is best planted in spring

Which location does the Japanese maple prefer?

Acer palmatum prefers a sunny to light, semi-shady, wind-protected and warm location - preferably facing south. However, some varieties are very sensitive to direct sun or midday sun and should therefore be shaded for this time.

In which substrate should Japanese maple be planted?

The Japanese maple feels particularly comfortable in a loose, sandy-humus-rich and well-drained garden soil, which ideally has a slightly acidic to neutral pH value. Alkaline soils are not tolerated.

When is the ideal planting time for the Japanese maple?

If possible, plant your Japanese maple in late spring - ergo after the ice saints - so that the tree has time until the onset of winter to take root and literally "take hold" in its new location. In principle, container goods can of course be planted during the entire growing season.

How far apart should the Japanese maple be planted from other plants?

Japanese maples are best suited as solitaires and should be given a corresponding amount of space - especially since some varieties can grow up to three or four meters wide with age. On the other hand, an Acer palmatum somehow squeezed into the bed has no chance to really show off its beauty.

Is the Japanese maple blooming?

Yes, Japanese maples bloom between May and June and usually show quite inconspicuous, red to brown-red flower clusters.

How can you propagate the Japanese maple?

The propagation of Japanese maple works best with soft to at most half-ripe cuttings that are cut in late spring or early summer.

Can you transplant Japanese maple?

Replanting Japanese maples that have been planted out should only be carried out if it is absolutely necessary - especially if such a tree is already older than four years. Note that Acer palmatum is a shallow rooter whose roots can grow quite wide - so dig up the root disk very generously and damage as few roots as necessary.

tips

when planting, it is advisable to improve the excavation with mature compost soil and - if the soil is rather firm - with coarse sand.

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