Want to learn how to prune a Japanese maple, but don't know where to start? This tutorial will help you create a healthy, beautiful tree! The weeping Japanese laceleaf maple in our backyard needed some serious help. Our house was a rental before we bought it, so no one had taken care...
You also do not want to plant it where it will receive strong winds. In addition, do not plant the Japanese maple on your property line, as it can encroach on your neighbor’s property and they will have the right to prune it. Once again, consider its mature size and width and plant...
Japanese Maple trees have tendency to leaf out very early, which unfortunately makes them susceptible to spring frosts. A late frost may result in a loss of the new foliage, but the tree generally survives without any damage. Prune Japanese Maples in late fall or winter, while they are dorma...
Then prune away any thick, woody roots. Thats it! Now replant into the same container, or one just slightly bigger if you want the tree to grow larger. Make sure to use a potting mix that is well draining, but retains moisture. Japanese Maple Tree Varieties Green Japanese Maples “Coral...
Remove affected plant parts: At the first sign of spider mite infestation, prune and dispose of heavily infested leaves or branches. This can help prevent the pests from spreading further. Natural predators: Introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings, or predatory mites that feed on spide...
Chinese snowball viburnum is more resistant to the viburnum leaf beetle than many species, but can still be attacked. This invasive import from Europe has been found in the mid-Atlantic and will skeletonize and strip leaves. Prune and dispose of egg-covered stems whenever you find them. Insecti...
However, don’t prune or do any thinning when frost is on the way, because the new growth that follows could be damaged. Soil: Viburnum shrubs are quite adaptable, but do prefer organically-rich soil with a pH of 5.6 to 6.6. They also like consistently moist, but well-draining ...