Fundamental location criteria - in a nutshell
Although the maple does not belong to the natural inventory of our forests, thanks to its Asian origins it already has a robust winter hardiness in its luggage. So that the immigrated deciduous wood can call up its wonderful properties in the Central European climate, the following site conditions are important:
- Sunny to partially shaded location
- No direct sunlight at lunchtime
- Warm and sheltered from the wind
- Nutrient-rich, fresh and moist garden soil
- Well-drained and without waterlogging
The graceful Acer palmatum feels best in the light shade under majestic deciduous trees. The more colorful the leaves, the sunnier the place should be. The Asian Japanese maple is very comfortable with increased humidity, so a location in the vicinity of pond, Stream and waterfall is beneficial. In these locations, however, it must be ensured that its flat root system does not get waterlogged.