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- Japanese maple - repotting every two years
- Why repotting is so important
- Choose the right time
- Repot even before the shoot
- Repot during the shoot
- Tips
The Japanese maple should be repotted every two years
Japanese maple - repotting every two years
Japanese Japanese Maple is not only popular with bonsai lovers. The distinctive and very filigree tree with its extremely ornamental foliage is also ideal for a tub culture. However, the plant should be regularly repotted. Why this is so important and how best to repot Japanese Maple is explained in the article below.
Why repotting is so important
Many hobby gardeners may wonder why repotting is ever so important - after all, the tree is regularly fertilized, so that actually no nutrient deficiency can arise. Well, repotting is not so important just because of the lack of nutrients, but mainly because of the compaction and hardening of the substrate. In pots, plant substrate tends over time to densify very much. The result is that water and nutrients can only be inadequately absorbed and the tree finally suffers a deficiency. With fresh, loose substrate this problem can be counteracted.
Choose the right time
In terms of the right timing of potting, the expert spirits argue, with two different directions. Both sides have quite good arguments for and against their point of view, so you can proceed for the soundest justification.
Repot even before the shoot
Usually, Japanese maple should be repotted before a possible sprouting - ergo early March. The reason for this is that until then the tree is still in hibernation and therefore has not yet formed new, fine roots. When repotting these fine roots are damaged, so that the water supply of the tree is disturbed.
Repot during the shoot
Proponents of pimping argue differently about six to eight weeks later, when the tender foliage has already developed well. The reason for this lies in the energy stored in the form of sugar and starch, which remains in the roots in winter and does not reach the aboveground plant parts until spring. At least if a root cut - as in the education of a bonsai - is done, a later cut is therefore recommended.
Tips
When repotting the Japanese maple you should pay particular attention to the choice of the right substrate. This should be loose and permeable, but also rich in nutrients. In addition, a good drainage in the planter is essential for the well-being of the Japanese Maple.