Species Yellow Bird Japanese Maple

Yellow Bird Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird'

The Yellow Bird Japanese Maple is one of the most prized maples in the yard. Its bright yellow-green foliage is striking, especially when the tips of each leaf turn golden in the fall. This semi-dwarf maple thrives in partial to full sun and does best in both moist and well-drained soil. Its habit is open and upright and can reach heights of 8–10 feet in ten years, making it ideal for small or medium sized gardens. Its vibrant yellow-green foliage glows in the sun and provides a dramatic accent all year. With its graceful weeping habit, it's an excellent choice for adding beautiful interest to shady areas. Whether you select it for its beauty, graceful habit, or year-round color, the Yellow Bird Japanese Maple is a must-have for any garden!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Air Layering Propagation,Root Division

Hardiness Zone:

5

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,orange

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Yellow Bird Japanese Maple should be watered thoroughly and deeply about once a week during the growing season, making sure to water the roots directly. During hot weather, it may need to be watered more frequently. During the winter months, however, you can reduce watering and allow the soil to go slightly dry between waterings.

sunlight

Yellow Bird Japanese Maple prefers full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in a location that gets at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day, especially during the summer when the temperatures are higher. If possible, choose a location away from any harsh afternoon sun, such as in the East or North parts of a garden. During the winter months, this species can tolerate low levels of direct sunlight.

pruning

Yellow Bird Japanese Maple should be pruned twice a year, once in the spring and again in the winter when dormant. In the spring, remove any dead or crossing branches to improve airflow and encourage healthy growth. Prune away any sucker growth or thin out crowded areas to refine the overall shape. This will also help maintain a good balance between the vigorous top growth and roots. In the winter when the plant is dormant, prune out any dead, weak, or broken branches to create a more open canopy and allow for better air circulation. Be sure to prune as needed since over-pruning can cause excessive and uncontrolled new growth. Be careful to never prune more than a third of a plant's foliage to prevent shock. Finally, pruning in the winter or early spring can help reduce disease and pest problems by removing any infected areas.

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