Description
(I am not an expert on Japanese maples & cannot identify the specific cultivar. If you have the necessary knowledge, you can try to determine it from the photos that are on the plants from which I have collected the seeds.) Acer palmatum, commonly called Japanese maple, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to 10-25' tall. It is native to Japan, Korea & China. General plant form is rounded to broad-rounded, often with low branching. Each palmate leaf (2-5" long) has 5 or 7 but less frequently 9 pointed toothed lobes. Small reddish-purple flowers in umbels bloom in mid spring (April). Flowers are followed by samaras. Samaras ripen in September-October. Fall color includes shades of yellow, red-purple & bronze. Cultivars (often grafted) are quite variable. Best grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Grows well in sandy loams. May be grown in full sun in the northern parts of its growing range, but prefers some part afternoon shade in the southern parts of its growing range. New foliage may scorch in full sun locations in hot summers areas, particularly if soils are not kept consistently moist. Mulch helps retain soil moisture & keep roots cool. Site in locations protected from strong winds. Avoid hot & dry sites. Fertilize in spring before leaves emerge. Pruning is best kept to a minimum, but if needed should be done in late fall to mid winter. Spring or summer pruning often results in significant bleeding. USDA hardiness 6-8 Very suitable for bonsai. Pre-soak stored seed for 24 hours & then stratify for 2 - 3 months at 1 - 8oc. Sow the seeds at a depth of 0.5 to 1 cm. It can be slow to germinate. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots & grow them on until they are 20cm or more tall before planting them out in their permanent positions. All seeds that I sell are collected personally by me from the region in which I live - Southeastern Bulgaria. Pleas note! Before buying seeds, please check if your country (or state) allows the import of seeds. SeedsandLeatherBG is not responsible if your seeds are detained at the border. When you purchase seed from SeedsandLeatherBG, we will assume that you have completed the necessary verification & your seed will be shipped with a tracking number & registered mail. Thank you. 50 Japanese Maple Seeds Acer Palmatum. Érable Palmé, Fächer-Ahorn, Japanse Esdoorn, Arce Japonés, Bordo Japonês, Japansk Løn, Patīkamā Kļava
