Acer Palmatum

Acer Palmatum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Japanese Maple →

Common Japanese Maple Problems →

Acer Palmatum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Japanese Maple Water Frequency →

Japanese Maple Root Rot →

Acer Palmatum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Japanese Maple Light Requirements →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Japanese Maple Toxicity to Dogs →

Japanese Maple Toxicity to Humans →

Acer Palmatum is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Japanese Maple →

When and How to Successfully Repot Japanese Maple →

Acer Palmatum grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Japanese Maple →

Acer Palmatum will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

How and When to Prune Japanese Maple →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Acer Palmatum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Japanese Maple Temperature Tolerance →

Acer Palmatum can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

• Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
• To get the cutting to root, you can either:
  
  • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
  • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Japanese Maple →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Japanese Maple →
• Drooping Japanese Maple Leaves →
• Japanese Maple Dropping Leaves →
• Japanese Maple Leaves Curling →
• Japanese Maple Yellow Leaves →
• Japanese Maple Root Rot →