This system is of growing is usually used for weeping Maples. All the new growth will start from that point. High-work simply means that the "head" or top of the Maple has been grafted at a height of 1m plus. You may come across the terms high-work and low-work when shopping for a Maple. Japanese varieties especially "weepers" suit container planting best. Due to the conditions in my garden I grow a range of Maples in large pots very successfully, with regular watering and feeding they can stay in the same pot for several years. They don't like to dry out too much in summer and if it is particularly hot and dry extra mulch around the roots will be of benefit. Maples perform best in a sheltered spot with protection from harsh wind and hot afternoon sun. There are, as always, some exceptions such as Acer negundo and rubrum which have highly ornamental fringed tassels that attractively drape the bare branches. Maples do have flowers which appear before the leaves however they are mostly inconspicuous. Whilst I personally think Maples look fabulous even when they are naked they really come into their own when the new foliage emerges in spring and when they are showing off their autumn colour. There are also a few North American varieties and these tend have larger less dissected leaves. Most varieties for sale in garden centres today originated from Japan where they are revered. The botanically correct name is Acer but they are more commonly known as Maple. They are unequalled for beauty, grace and leaf colour and deserving of a special place in any planting scheme. The dark red foliage turns scarlet in fall.If there was a beauty pageant for deciduous trees then we would have no hesitation in handing the Maple the winner's crown. Also fairly compact, at only 15’x15’, ‘Emperor is a moderate grower. Leaves emerge red in spring, turn maroon in summer, and finally change to brilliant orange in fall.Įmperor I-This variety leafs out slightly later than many Japanese maples, minimizing the danger of a late frost damaging the leaves. The perfect choice for smaller areas, ‘Shania’ is slow growing and only reaches 8-10’ tall and 8’ high, with dense, layered growth. Shania-Not only is ‘Shania’ sun tolerant, she’s compact too. Here are some Japanese maples that can tolerate full sun in the Triad with good watering practices: They are also very long-lived, so if you have the right spot, you can enjoy a Japanese maple for years to come. Japanese maples can produce a second set of leaves in this situation just correct the problem that caused it-usually too much or little water.Įven though they may seem finicky, Japanese maples are actually easy to grow in the right conditions, having few pest or disease problems. If your Japanese maple shows signs of stress by dropping its leaves do not fertilize it to encourage new leaves. Fertilize Japanese maples minimally excess fertilizer can cause leaf burn too. Keeping the root area covered with 2-3” of mulch helps keep the root zone moist. (They are “Goldilocks” plants: not too wet or too dry-they prefer just right!) Avoid wetting the foliage in full sun when it’s hot as it can also cause leaf burn. Always monitor your Japanese maple during dry spells, and water them weekly if needed. Even the sun tolerant varieties can develop leaf tip burn if the soil is too dry. As shallow-rooted trees, all Japanese maples can suffer in dry periods. Many things besides sun can cause leaf burn on Japanese maples. But if you choose the right variety, amend the soil properly, and give it proper care after planting you can enjoy the beauty of a Japanese maple in full sun even in the Triad. Unfortunately, many Japanese maples are less tolerant of full sun, developing leaf burn in the summer heat. Their undeniable beauty leads many people to want to plant them as a focal point or specimen tree, often in full sun. Like Dogwoods and Redbuds, they evolved to grow happily at the edge of the forest as small trees. All Japanese maples are tolerant of part shade conditions.
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