Japanese maple garden

Maple trees have a dense canopy, so gardening around them is difficult. Also, these trees have shallow roots that seek nutrients, leading to competition among

Thanks to our expert, we now know how to choose the best place to plant a Japanese maple tree. A shady spot is best, and you can learn the rest here.

Growing Japanese maple in pots is a great way to overcome having the wrong soil type, or an unfavorable climate for these graceful trees. There are lots of small and dwarf Japanese maples that are suitable for growing in containers. Once potted up they are generally low maintenance and easy to keep looking good year after year.

Japanese Maples are not native to North America but they are becoming more and more common understory trees in our landscapes. Learn where and how to plant them in landscapes big and small. They are used primarily for their stunning beauty in the woodland garden and are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and leaf colour. Alternatives to these trees include a number of native dogwoods.

Red Japanese maples stand out in the garden. But which to choose? We share 11 of the best, most gorgeous options to bring to your landscape in our roundup.

In growing Japanese maple trees in containers, I'd always wanted one of these trees. I live in an apartment, so I kept it in a container.

Japanese Maple: Fireglow. Underneath plants: plants used in there include Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost', Polystichum polyblepharum, Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' and Vancouveria hexandra.

A Primer on Growing, Care, Pruning and Winter Protection Much of what I know about Japanese Maples comes from simple observation. They are relatively slo…

We have updated photos of our Japanese Maple Garden. The photos are organized into a four season garden tour. I hope you enjoy: Four season garden,...