Siebold's maple (Acer sieboldianum)

Siebold's maple

Siebold's maple is a striking tree native to Japan and Korea. It is valued for its vibrant fall colors, which range from gold to deep red. Unlike other maples, its bark often peels away in thin, curled strips, adding texture to its trunk and branches.

Scientific classification

Species

Siebold's maple (Acer sieboldianum)

Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies

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4.5 m to 9 m

Plant Height

4.5 m to 9 m

Spread

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Spring

Growth Season

Slow

Growth Rate

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Distinctive yellow star-shaped flowers in corymbs, 2-4 inches wide, emit a subtle fragrance in mid-spring.

Leaves are palmate, 5-7 lobed, leathery, transitioning to vibrant autumn colors, 3-5 inches wide.

Unique 2-winged samara fruit, tan/brown, 0.8-1 inch long, helical flight aids seed dispersal.

Opposite, simple leaves, 3-4 inches long, 9-11 lobes, hairy texture, vibrant yellow-orange autumn color.

Slender stem with green to red young shoots, fine hairy texture, dense branching, thin at 0.1 inches.

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Care Guide for Siebold's maple

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from East Asia, siebold's maple thrives in moderate moisture and requires watering every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry slightly in between. Water needs decrease during dormancy in colder months, necessitating less frequent watering indoors than outdoors.

Fertilize: Potted seedlings require only slow-release fertilizer. For seedlings in gardens, apply fertilizer three times a year: early spring, early summer during growth, and fall.

Pruning: Siebold's maple, known for its beautiful palmate leaves and autumn colors, prospers with early spring pruning. Begin by removing dead branches, then shape the plant for air circulation. Avoid heavy pruning to prevent stress. Proper timing enhances growth and maintains siebold's maple's ornamental beauty.

Propagation: Propagation methods for siebold's maple include grafting, cuttings, and sowing seeds. Grafting is most common, utilizing strong rootstocks like seedlings from Acer oliverianum, though sometimes with poor affinity. Cuttings are slower for bonsai production, while seed sowing can yield hybrid varieties with variable traits.

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