Japanese Maple Plant (Acer Palmatum)

This plant prefers shade, meaning it grows best in areas with minimal direct sunlight. Ideal locations include corners of rooms away from windows, shaded balconies, or under larger plants or furniture where light is soft and diffused throughout the day.

Water deeply 2–3 times a week, depending on weather and soil type. Early morning or late evening is best. Increase frequency during peak summer or dry spells.

Growing Media for Japanese Maple Plant (Ideal for Indian Conditions):
40–50% Loamy Garden Soil: Provides stability and essential minerals.
20–30% Coco Peat: Retains moisture while keeping roots cool.
20–30% Perlite/Pumice: Ensures proper drainage and aeration.
10–20% Vermicompost/Compost: Supplies slow-release organic nutrients.

Optional: A handful of horticultural charcoal to improve soil health and prevent rot.
This blend supports healthy root development and keeps the soil structure airy, which is crucial in India’s warmer regions.

Feed your dwarf Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) in early spring and late summer with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (around 10-10-10 NPK) or one made for acid-loving plants, applying it evenly around the drip line and watering well; in India’s warmer climates, reduce the strength by half to avoid leaf burn and consider organic options like compost, vermicompost, or bone meal mixed with neem cake for gentle, long-lasting nutrition.