Japanese Maple Bonsai Care for Beginners

The Japanese Maple is a stunning tree that is highly prized for its delicate, lace-like leaves and vibrant fall colors. It is a popular choice for bonsai, but it can be a bit more challenging to care for than some other species.

A Japanese Maple bonsai tree

Light

Japanese Maple bonsai prefer a location with partial shade, especially in the afternoon. Too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.

Watering

Water your Japanese Maple bonsai thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. They are sensitive to both overwatering and underwatering, so it is important to get the watering schedule just right.

Humidity

Japanese Maple bonsai appreciate high humidity. To increase the humidity around your tree, you can place it on a humidity tray or mist it regularly.


Here is a product recommendation to help you care for your Japanese Maple bonsai:

Humidity Tray

Humidity Tray

A humidity tray is a great way to increase the humidity around your bonsai.

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