A guide from choice of location to propagation

Acer palmatum prefers a sunny to light, partially shaded, wind-protected and warm location - preferably facing south. Some varieties are, however, especially with regard to direct sun or Midday sun is very sensitive 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 area Garden soil, which ideally has a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Alkaline soils are not tolerated.

If possible, plant your Japanese maple in late spring - ergo after the ice saints - so that the tree up when winter sets in, you have time to take root and literally “close your feet” in your new location grasp". Basically, container goods can of course be planted during the entire growing season.

At what planting distance should the Japanese maple be placed from other plants?

Japanese maples are best suited as solitaires and should be allocated a lot of space - especially since some varieties can grow up to three or four meters wide when they are old. An Acer palmatum somehow squeezed into the bed, on the other hand, 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 rather inconspicuous, red to brown-red flower clusters.

How can you multiply the Japanese maple?

the Multiplication of the Japanese maple works best with soft to half-ripe cuttings, which are taken in late spring or early spring. be cut early summer.

Can you transplant Japanese maple?

A Transplanting planted Japanese maples should only be carried out if absolutely necessary - especially if such a tree is older than four years. Note that Acer palmatum is a shallow root whose roots can grow quite broad - so dig out the root disc very generously and injure as few roots as necessary.