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Existing Bonsai A To Z Entry for Maple - Japanese (Acer Palmatum) Maple - Japanese (Acer Palmatum)  - (Tree Type (Outdoors)) This category covers a wide rang of cultivars including : Deshojo, Chisio, Ukon, Dissectum Atropurpurium and many others. originating from Japan they exhibit a wide range of leaf and bark colourings. STYLE : Upright tree suitable for most styles except literati. WARNING : Prefers dappled shade. Needs protection from scorching by exposure to the hottest summer sun. Susceptible to aphids and scale insect. Care Info REPOT : Every 2 years while young, and less frequently when older, in early spring just prior to bud burst. SOIL : Ideally Akadama or 40:60 grit:organic. PRUNE : Late winter for main branches. Trim new shoots to one or two pairs of leaves in spring. PINCH : Remove large leaves mid-summer to reduce leaf size. WATER : Daily throughout growing season but infrequently during winter months. FEED : Balanced feed every two weeks during spring/summer. Low nitrogen in autumn to prevent weakening in leaf colour. WARNING : Prefers dappled shade. Needs protection from scorching by exposure to the hottest summer sun. Susceptible to aphids and scale insect.

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