It thrives in soil that’s slightly acidic but also moist and well-draining.
The further south you are, the more it can profit from afternoon shade.
Soil
Plant Inaba Shidare Japanese maple tree in rich soil that is well-drained.
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Water
Provide your tree with evenly moist soil.
The soil in its root zone should never dry out completely.
But neither should you irrigate so much that the ground becomes waterlogged.
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They come in different heights, with differently shaped leaves, and in different colors.
Propagating Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple
you could easily propagate Inaba Shidare Japanese maple via cuttings.
The best time to propagate from Inaba Shidare Japanese maple cuttings is in late spring.
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The seeds need to go through thestratification processfor results.
double-check the pot has plenty of drainage holes to keep the soil well-drained.
Choose a pot that is twice the size of the root ball, typically a 5-gallon container will work.
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It’s fine to prune the large roots when repotting to make room for smaller roots.
Bring a potted tree into a garage or protected area away from winds and harsh winter weather.
The most common pest is theJapanese beetlewhich can defoliate a young tree in a short amount of time.
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Other pests to watch for arescale,mites, borers andaphids.
Mites and aphids can sometimes be knocked down with a strong spray from a garden hose.
Beetles, borers, and scale will likely require treatment with organic or synthetic pesticides.
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Borers leave behind small mounds of sawdust where they enter the branch.
Smaller branches can be pruned out to prevent further damage.
Dormant oil applied in the late fall or early spring can also help reduce pest populations.
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Diseases affecting Inaba Shidare areverticillium wiltand pseudomonas blight.
Wilt begins with the leaves and can move down into branches turning them black.
Prune back to well below the blackened branches and avoid overwatering which exacerbates this soil-borne disease.
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If the tree succumbs to verticillium wilt, do not plant another Japanese maple in its place.
Pseudomonas is an airborne bacteria that can spread during moist soggy conditions.
It also causes dieback but can be controlled with a copper-based fungicide.
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Avoid causing any residual water to splash up on the leaves.
A healthy plant is the best method for reducing problems triggered by pests and diseases.
Keep a close eye on young trees since early intervention will increase chances for recovery.
But they’re usually dark (or light with a darker margin) and rounded or irregular in shape.
Luckily, they break out on the surface side of the leaf, so they are easily detected.
Choose a location with the right amount of light before you plant or cut back on fertilization.
The bright red color of its leaves in autumn is a primary selling point.
Rabbit pests tend to leave the tree alone.
Typically the tree grows a bit wider than its height.
Maple (Acer spp.)
Bacterial Leaf Spot and Dieback.Oregon State University Extension Office/Pacific Northwest Pest Management Handbook.
