What is the Japanese maple tree?
6, however, around the world, more than 300 different cultivars, which are valued for attractive leaves. The plant plant, most commonly found in the undergrowth of shady forests, is generally considered to be a deciduous shrub, although it can also be a small tree reaching heights of 20-33 feet (6-10 meters).
The appearance is a Japanese maple tree very diverse depending on hybrid or cultivar. The leaves can range from the shape of a typical maple leaf to very deeply cut, as in the varieties of "lace leaves" of the plant. In the color, the leaves are light green to deep burgundy and can grow from 1.5 to 4.7 inches (4-12 centimeters) to length and width. They are also lobed and show five, seven or nine pointed lobes per leaf.
Multiple strains connected near Earth are a common characteristic of the Japanese maple tree. Flowers are produced individually and contain five white petals and five red to purple separations. Japanese maple fruit is winged samara or flattened and fibersIts dry fruit that is easily transported by wind. Each Samara contains one seed that requires stratification or preliminary treatment of humans to simulate natural conditions before it can germinate.
Japanese Maples have been grown in Japan for hundreds of years and were introduced to the rest of the world at the beginning of the 18th century. Many different cultivars can be found in local kindergartens and garden centers across North America and Europe. They are a very popular decorative tree and can also be used for bonsai art. The most popular are the varieties of red leaves and varieties of green crying with deep cut leaves.
These Japanese trees have a very delicate appearance, but Actally are durable and durable. Often they do not become peculiar or damaged by diseases and pollutants. Can be easily grown in 4-8 zones for the United States Gardeners and in almost any other mild point around the world,If they have proper care and attention.
The best conditions for the Japanese maple tree include damp and well -drained soil, a partial shade that prevents the hot sun from committing, or full of the sun, unless the weather is too hot in the summer. Small varieties of dwarves can also be grown in containers even in the smallest spaces. All Japanese maple varieties require annual fertilization with plant food with slow release. They also require trimming in autumn or winter to remove any damaged or dead branches.