Balcony
Acer Palmatum - red
Acer palmatum
Red-toned Japanese maple foliage adds contrast to a balcony or patio planting.
Care notes by theboxerge Updated
About this plant
The delicate foliage makes this maple a useful contrast to broad evergreen leaves. Leaf colour varies with the cultivar, season and light, so choose its position for healthy growth rather than expecting one shade all year.
Care at a glance
- Light
- Sheltered sun or partial shade
- Watering
- Keep evenly moist without waterlogging
- Soil
- Moisture-retentive compost with good drainage
Plan your care
A red-leaved maple is a foliage feature rather than a narrow screen. Check the width of the mature canopy for the actual cultivar, and keep branches clear of a frequently used door.
Assess shelter as well as sunshine. If the pot is drying quickly in wind, first improve the position and watering access instead of repeatedly cutting the canopy back to fit.
Growing tips
Protect tender leaves from drying wind. Use a stable container with drainage holes and allow space for the branches instead of placing the tree against a hot wall.
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