Collection: Acer Palmatum

Acer Palmatum: The Japanese Maple for an Oriental Touch in Your Garden

Do you dream of a garden with a touch of oriental mysticism? Then the Acer Palmatum, better known as the Japanese maple, is the perfect choice! This graceful tree, with its characteristic hand-shaped leaves and beautiful autumn colours, is a real eye-catcher in any garden.

But which Acer Palmatum is best suited to your garden? How do you care for this special tree? And what should you pay attention to when purchasing? In this guide you will discover everything you need to know about the Acer Palmatum.

 

Why an Acer Palmatum?

The Japanese maple is a popular garden tree for several reasons:

• Graceful beauty: The Acer Palmatum is known for its elegant shape, delicate leaves and beautiful colors.
• Versatility: There are hundreds of cultivars available, with variations in leaf shape, colour and size. This means there is a suitable Acer Palmatum for every garden.
• Autumn colours: In autumn, the Acer Palmatum transforms into a true festival of colours, with shades of yellow, orange and red.
• Oriental atmosphere: The Japanese maple brings a touch of Zen and serenity to your garden.

 

Acer Palmatum Care: Tips & Tricks

The Acer Palmatum is relatively easy to care for, but there are a few things you should pay attention to:

• Location: The Acer Palmatum thrives best in a spot in partial shade, protected from bright midday sun.
• Soil: Provide well-drained, humus-rich soil.
• Watering: Keep the soil moist, especially during dry periods.
• Pruning: Pruning is usually not necessary, except to remove dead or damaged branches.
• Fertilizing: Fertilize the Acer Palmatum in the spring with organic fertilizer.

Acer Palmatum species: A world of variation

The Acer Palmatum family is extremely diverse. Some popular species include:

• Acer Palmatum 'Bloodgood': Known for its deep red leaves that become even more intense in autumn.
• Acer Palmatum 'Dissectum Atropurpureum': Has finely incised, dark red leaves and a waterfall-like growth habit.
• Acer Palmatum 'Sango-kaku': Has coral red branches in winter and fresh green leaves in summer.
• Acer Palmatum 'Orange Dream ': Has bright orange-red leaves in autumn.

 

Acer Palmatum in pot: Also suitable for terrace and balcony

The Acer Palmatum is also very suitable for growing in a pot. This way you can also enjoy this beautiful tree on your terrace or balcony.

Tip: Choose a large pot with drainage holes and use potting soil specifically for trees and shrubs.

 

Create a Japanese atmosphere in your garden

The Acer Palmatum is an essential element in a Japanese garden. Combine the Japanese maple with other oriental plants, such as bamboo, ferns and mosses, and create an oasis of peace and serenity.

 

Acer Palmatum: An investment in beauty

With its graceful shape, beautiful colours and oriental charm, the Acer Palmatum is an asset to any garden. With the right care, this special tree will be a source of pleasure and beauty for years to come.

Combine the Acer Palmatum with one of our other houseplants

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• Popular houseplants: Monstera , Philodendron , Calathea
• Air purifying houseplants: Spathiphyllum , Epipremnum
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• Special houseplants: Alocasia , Anthurium Clarinervium , Strelitzia
• Palms: Howea Forsteriana , Dypsis Lutescens , Cycas Revoluta
• Ferns: Asplenium, Microsorum
• Dried flowers: Dried flower bouquet
• Alocasia Species: Alocasia Portadora, Alocasia Cucullata, Alocasia Wentii, Alocasia Macrorrhiza
• And many more: Aglaonema , Aglaomorpha, Acer Palmatum , Araucaria Heterophylla, Beaucarnea Nolina, Euphorbia , Watercacao
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