Fertilize Japanese maples once a year, in the early spring, with the same type of fertilizer that you use for rhododendrons, azaleas or other acid-loving plants. Lates too much growth and makes the tree more ‘leggy’ and weak. Japanese maples do not need a lot of fertilizer. High alkaline soil conditions prevent Japanese maples from surviving in some conditions that the tree would otherwise tolerate such as ‘full sun’ areas, windy areas, or wet areas. High alkaline soil conditions prevent the roots from absorb- ing nutrients and water quickly enough to satisfy their needs, so the trees often show signs of leaf scorch even when the soil is kept moist. Again, don’t rely on sprinklers to water your tree the first summer. Give it 5 to 10 gallons of water each time you water, not just a cup or two. After the first week, water your tree a least once a week with a hose.
Make sure that you water it with a hose and not just let the sprinklers water it for you. Water your tree every day the first week. It is better to plant your tree too shallow than too deep.įertilize your new tree every two weeks for the first two months with Root Starter. Keep the graft at ground level, or a little above the ground. Don’t plant your Japanese maple too deep. This fertilizer contains Mycorrhizae and other beneficial bacteria that really help Japanese maples flourish in your soil.
Mix 20% to 30% Acid Planting Mix with the soil you remove from the hole, along with one cup of Dr. Dig your hole at least twice as large as the rootball.
Prepare your soil properly before you plant and you will not have as many problems in the future.
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