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Challenging the Bonsai A to Z entry for Maple - Trident (Acer Buergerianum/Acer Trfidum).

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Existing Bonsai A To Z Entry for Maple - Trident (Acer Buergerianum/Acer Trfidum) Maple - Trident (Acer Buergerianum/Acer Trfidum)  - (Tree Type (Outdoors)) Deciduous, upright tree with pale grey bark and fresh green, three lobed leaves in spring changing to rich orange/red in autumn. STYLE : Upright tree suitable for most styles but particularly good for root-over-rock. WARNING : Roots have high moisture content and so can easily suffer frost damage. Prevent freezing of roots by over-wintering in sheltered area. Care Info REPOT : Every 1-3 years depending on age, in early spring just prior to bud burst. SOIL : Free draining soil such as Akadama PRUNE : Early spring, a couple of weeks prior to repotting. Mid summer branch pruning drives strong adventituious growth. PINCH : Should be carried out throughout the growing season. WATER : Daily throughout growing season but infrequently during winter months to prevent frost damage to the roots. FEED : Balanced feed during spring summer. Low nitrogen in autumn as nitrogen will reduce foliage colour intensity. WARNING : Roots have high moisture content and so can easily suffer frost damage. Prevent freezing of roots by over-wintering in sheltered area.

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