The Japanese Maple Care Guide How to Keep Your Acer Palmatum Thriving—Solve Leaf Scorch, Perfect Pruning, and Avoid the Most Common Mistakes By The Blooming Press Elegant, vibrant, and undeniably captivating, the Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is one of the most cherished ornamental trees in the world—but also one of the most misunderstood. If your Japanese Maple suffers from leaf scorch, poor color, weak growth, or confusing pruning needs, you are not alone. This guide gives you everything you need to grow a healthy, stunning tree all year long. Written for both beginners and experienced gardeners, The Japanese Maple Care Guide offers simple, expert-backed advice to help your tree flourish in any climate. From choosing the right variety to managing heat stress, improving soil, shaping the canopy, and preventing common diseases, this book walks you through every step with clarity and confidence. Inside, you’ll learn: • How to prevent and treat leaf scorch—sun, wind, water, and soil solutions • The safest pruning techniques for structure, shaping, and seasonal care • Ideal light, soil, moisture, and pH conditions for all Acer palmatum varieties • How to plant and transplant without damaging delicate roots • Solutions to pests, fungal issues, dieback, and environmental stress • How to protect your tree through winter, drought, and extreme temperatures • Tips for growing Japanese Maples in containers, small spaces, and patios • The difference between dissectum, upright, dwarf, and laceleaf varieties Practical, beautifully organized, and easy to follow, this guide empowers you to grow a Japanese Maple that stays vibrant, lush, and healthy year after year. Whether you're a home gardener, bonsai enthusiast, or simply someone who loves the elegance of Acer palmatum, this book is your essential roadmap to success. If you want a Japanese Maple that thrives—not struggles—this handbook gives you exactly the tools you need.