Seasonal calendar · Acer buergerianum

Trident Maple

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Water deeply and regularly; watch under hot sun.

Fertilization

Broad-spectrum feeding every 2–3 weeks.

Pruning

Consider partial defoliation if leaves are too large; only if tree is healthy.

Wiring

Minor wiring adjustments before cambium hardens.

Defoliation

Partial defoliation (2nd leafing) can refine foliage scale.

Pests Disease

Monitor aphids and scale; treat as needed.

Summer Protection

Provide light afternoon shade during heat waves.

Paths onward

This speciesTrident MapleBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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