Acer Burgerianum Maple (Hana Chiru Sato)

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and though look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Acer Buergerianum commonly called trident maple or three-toothed maple is native to China, Korea, and Japan.
• Triangular, three-lobed leaves (to 3.5” long) are glossy green above and pale green beneath.
• Variable but usually attractive fall color features shades of dark red and orange.
• Non-showy, greenish-yellow flowers bloom in spring (April-May).

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• Well-drained, acid to neutral soil.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• Young Trident maple trees will need a fertilizer high in nitrogen while older trees need less nitrogen in order to produce the smaller leaves and controlled growth that is preferred in the art of bonsai.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• The Trident maple prefers full sun and will be most vibrant and successful grown in those conditions.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• During the hottest days of summer, it may need to be watered daily.
• Ensure that your bonsai is placed in well-drained soil and that its roots are never allowed to sit in water least it should develop root rot.

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