Caring for a Japanese maple
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Debracopes
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I have a Japanese maple in a container because I have no shade in my yard when I brought the plant I did the research it said full sun but the leaves look like they are burnt so t took it out of full sun but it's not getting better so it must be something else please help here's a pic.
Leaves are not in good shape
6 answers
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Even though it is supposed to like lots of sun, it may be that it needs to get acclimated to it along with maybe wind in your area. From the picture it is hard to tell what is wrong. Can you add some close ups of the leaves and maybe some of the smaller limbs to assist us in getting a better idea? In the meantime I would be checking for bugs (maybe wash the leaves with soapy water and give it a little fertilizer. Water consistently.
Sue Kiene
on Aug 07, 2016
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They require LOTS of water.
Pat
on Aug 07, 2016
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I need more water for my plant I thought less
Debracopes
on Aug 07, 2016
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Hello! I live in Japan and can give some advice. The leaves of your tree are "sun baked." Japanese maples naturally grow under the canopies of other trees in a forest. A Japanese maple is an "under story" tree. They are a beautiful tree, so people want them in open landscapes like yards where they have trouble growing. I suggest you grow it in a container. It'll do well in a container with a little care. Google search "Japanese maple in a container" for some good visuals. Good Luck! :)
Bryan's Workshop
on Aug 07, 2016
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I live near Seattle, Wash. and I've had mine for 30 some years! First it was all alone in the sun and did fine. Maybe the weather has something to do with it. Now it does have a big tulip tree shading some of it. Yes, water, but don't overdo it! And when it's time, know how to prune it or invest in a pro.
Lyn2398900
on Aug 07, 2016
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The maple looks sunburnt, however that is very common in The NorthEast due to constant changing of humidity and heat. Moving the tree to the shade is of no benefit as they truly need full sun. I would also recommend re-potting the plant in a larger pot aid drainage holes to aid in new nutrients to the root system.Keep moist but not wet.
Janet Pizaro
on Aug 08, 2016
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