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The Japanese maple is an integral part of traditional Japanese garden design. Even among amateur gardeners, the Japanese maple is extremely popular. In addition to the green varieties used in ponds, as background or solitary, there are other impressive color combinations. The unique decorative value of this plant is indicated by the beautiful autumn color of the filigree leaves with various shades of red and the red bark of some varieties of coral. Plant Profile Genus: Maple (Acer) Family: Sapindaceae Botanical Name: Acer palmatum Origin: Japan, Korea; China Growth: stocky, bushy, small tree. Height: 100 to 400 cm Leaf: filigree, lobed or deeply divided, various shades of red, from intense red to bronze in autumn. Flowering period: from May to June. Flower: inconspicuous. Fruits: paired. arranged winged nuts of similar species: Full Moon Maple (Acer shirasawanum), Amur Maple (Acer japonicum) Acer palmatum is a spectacular exotic plant and an attractive addition to small and large gardens. In German market gardens it is also often offered as Schlitzahorn, which is also Acer palmatum. The Japanese maple is usually bushy in stature, although it can also be grown as a tree. Acer palmatum Its height varies from 100 to 500 cm Decorative leaves up to 20 cm long have lobes or slits of varying intensity. Inconspicuous flowers appear from May to June. Care The Japanese maple does not require much effort to maintain its beauty and, above all, its impressive autumn color. However, it is somewhat selective in terms of placement and fertilization. Location In addition to the variety, the location has a decisive influence on the intensity of the color of the leaves. Unlike light-loving species such as Acer shirasawanum, Acer palmatum prefers sunny rather than very bright, semi-shaded areas and areas protected from wind and rain. In such places he reveals his glory. However, bright midday sun should always be avoided. A location near water is recommended, such as under a pond, as higher humidity will benefit this plant. Japanese maples and maples in general that have been affected by the dreaded verticillium wilt should never be sited. Soil condition. The natural habitat of the Japanese maple is mountainous areas on rocky substrates. Accordingly, loose, permeable and humus-rich soils should also be preferred in the backyard garden. They can be slightly acidic or neutral, with a pH usually between 4.5 and 7. Tap and rain water should drain well, and waterlogging should be avoided. As a result, compacted soils are completely unsuitable. In waterlogged or compacted soils, a lack of oxygen can occur very quickly, leading to the death of fine-fiber roots, which are necessary for the survival of this ornamental plant. A quality cup substrate that enrichesThe Japanese maple has become an integral part of traditional Japanese garden design. The Japanese maple is also very popular among hobby gardeners. In addition to the green varieties that are used on the edges of the pond as a background or solitary plant, there are other impressive color combinations. The beautiful autumn colors of the filigree leaves with different shades of red and the coral-red bark of some varieties show the unique decorative value of this plant. Plant characteristics Genus: Maple (Acer) Family: Sapindaceae Botanical name: Acer palmatum Origin: Japan, Korea; China Growth: broad, bushy, small bushy tree Height: 100 to 400 c Leaves: filigree, lobed or deeply cut, various shades of red, autumn colors from intense red to bronze Flowering period: May to June Flower: magnificent Fruit: winged nuts. arranged in pairs Similar species: Full moon maple (Acer shirasawanum), Amur maple (Acer japonicum) Acer palmatum is an impressive exotic and attractive addition to small and large gardens. It is also often offered in German nurseries as the split maple, which is also Acer palmatum. Japanese maple usually grows as a shrub, but it can also be grown as a tree. Acer palmatum Its height varies from 100 to 500 cm. The decorative leaves, up to 20 cm long, are lobed or notched to varying degrees. Inconspicuous flowers appear from May to June. Care Keeping the Japanese maple beautiful and above all its spectacular autumn colors does not require much effort. However, it is a little picky about placement and fertilizing. Location In addition to the variety, the location also has a decisive influence on the intensity of the coloring of the leaves. Unlike sun-sensitive species such as Acer shirasawanum, Acer palmatum prefers sunny and very bright, semi-shaded locations protected from wind and rain. It is in such places that it reveals its full glory. Acer palmatum However, you should definitely avoid the bright midday sun. It is recommended to place it near water, for example under a pond, because higher humidity is very beneficial for this plant. Do not under any circumstances select a site for Japanese maples and maples in general that are affected by the dreaded Verticillium wilt. Soil conditions The natural location of the Japanese maple is in mountainous areas on rocky subsoil. Accordingly, loose, permeable and humus soil should also be preferred in the garden. They can be slightly acidic or neutral and the pH usually ranges from 4.5 to 7. Irrigation water and rainwater should drain well and waterlogging should be avoided. Compacted soils are therefore completely unsuitable. In waterlogged or compacted soil, a lack of oxygen can occur very quickly, which leads to the death of the delicate fibrous roots, which are necessary for the survival of this ornamental plant. A high-quality potting medium that enriches

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