Japanese Maple
Intermediate Level
Care Profile
The Japanese Maple Bonsai (Acer palmatum) is one of the most popular deciduous species, treasured globally for its delicate, intricately shaped leaves and magnificent, vibrant autumnal colour display. Since it is extremely resilient, responds readily to pruning and shaping, and requires only standard outdoor care, it is considered to have a reasonably easy difficulty level for bonsai enthusiasts.
Guides for Japanese Maple
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Choosing a Ceramic Bonsai Pot
Japanese Maples are deciduous, delicate trees, so pot selection requires careful consideration of size, shape, material, colour, and drainage.
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Sun Exposure
Japanese Maples are temperate deciduous trees that thrive under moderate sunlight. Proper sun management enhances leaf colour
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Repotting Guide
Because Japanese Maples have fine, fibrous root systems, they require gentle handling and precise timing during repotting.
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Pruning Guide
Proper pruning maintains the tree’s aesthetic shape, encourages fine ramification (branch division), and preserves the health of its delicate branches.
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Watering Guide
Japanese Maples are delicate, deciduous bonsai trees prized for their vibrant foliage. They require consistent moisture
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Wiring Guide
Japanese Maple, wiring must be done carefully and thoughtfully — its bark and twigs are thin and tender, timing is critical!
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Pests / Disease
Japanese Maple Bonsai are delicate deciduous trees with thin, soft leaves and tender bark, making them susceptible to various pests and diseases.
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Propagation Guide
Japanese Maples are prized for their delicate foliage, to create a bonsai from them, you can propagate new plants through several reliable methods,
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Temperature Guide
Japanese Maples are temperate deciduous trees native to the forests of Japan, Korea, and China. They are sensitive to extreme heat and frost
Caring for Japanese Maple Bonsai
Japanese Maple bonsai are prized for their delicate leaves, striking autumn foliage, and elegant structure.
🔒 PremiumJapanese Maple Bonsai Fertilisation Guide
Fertilising is one of the most important parts of Japanese Maple Bonsai care. It keeps your tree vigorous, colourful, and healthy