Dwarf Red Maple Bonsai Tree – Japanese Maple

Maple Tree – Japanese Red Maple

The Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is originally from Japan, China and Korea. It owes its botanical name to the hand-shaped leaves with in most cases five pointed lobes (palma is the Latin word for the palm of hand). The bark of younger trees is normally green or reddish and turns light grey or grayish brown with age.

Japanese Maple Tree Bonsai

The Japanese Maple prefers a sunny, airy position but during great midday heat it should be placed in the light shade to prevent damaged leaves.The Japanese Maple prefers a sunny, airy position but during great midday heat it should be placed in the light shade to prevent damaged leaves.

Mature Japanese maples are quite drought-tolerant, but young trees require regular deep watering during the first few years. Whether the tree is young or mature, it will grow best in soil kept consistently moist by regular watering and mulching.

Basic Care Instruction for Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree

• Choose a humid place. It may be your garden, balcony garden or any outdoor location.
• Ensure that the plant gets enough natural light or sunlight.
• Water it daily or atleast on alternate days.
• Add fertilizer to it after every two months.

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