Species Asahi Zuru Japanese Maple

Asahi Zuru Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Asahi Zuru'

Also Known As - Rising Sun,Dawn Swan
The Asahi Zuru Japanese maple is an absolutely amazing specimen. With its multiple shades of green and yellow, it is absolutely stunning. Its deeply cut leaves and cascading foliage provide unique structure within the landscape. In fall, the foliage further stands out with its brilliant yellow, crimson, and orange colors. And during the winter months, stems are relieved of their foliage to reveal a pleasing, brown, exfoliating bark. Asahi Zuru Japanese maple is highly adaptable to many soil types, can be grown in sun or shade, and rarely requires pruning. All of this combined makes it a perfect choice for the home garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

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

Hardiness Zone:

7

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,orange

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water the Asahi Zuru Japanese Maple once a week to a depth of about 2 inches. During periods of extreme heat or drought, increase watering slightly. The soil should be kept evenly moist but not soggy. Avoid wetting the foliage when watering. Soak the soil in a tray or use a soaker hose to apply water slowly and evenly at the base of the tree.

sunlight

Asahi Zuru Japanese Maple requires direct sunlight for at least 5 hours per day, either in the morning or the afternoon. It is best to provide some shade, such as a tree or a building, during the hottest part of the day. If planted in a shady area, it will grow very slowly and the leaves may become pale and the branches may become thin and weak. When planting, make sure the tree gets direct sunlight for at least 5 hours per day, either in the morning or the afternoon, with some shade during the afternoon for best results.

pruning

The Asahi Zuru Japanese Maple is best pruned in late winter or early spring to ensure the best shape and health of the tree. Pruning should be light, removing only dead or damaged wood, or delicately trimming overly long branches. Avoid heavy pruning because it can cause the tree to go into shock and later die. Most of this particular tree's shape and character is acquired through natural growth, so pruning should only be done if necessary to remove dead wood or if needed to shape the overall plant.

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