Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum
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Watering
Gradually increase; encourage steady moisture as buds swell.
Fertilization
Begin light feeding with balanced 10‑10‑10 formula post-leafing.
Repotting
Repot window opens just before leaf burst; root prune carefully.
Pruning
Trim new buds lightly to refine structure.
Wiring
Apply or adjust wiring while cambium is active.
Bud Shoot Management
Pinch long shoots to encourage back-budding.
Pests Disease
Scout for aphids; treat organically if seen.
Propagation
Softwood cuttings may be rooted at this time.
Development
Allow trunk base to thicken by limiting aggressive top pruning.