Japanese Red Maple Bonsai

When you want to put your creativity to the test growing a Japanese red maple bonsai is the way to go. In this hub we will show you everything the Japanese red maple bonsai have to offer. We first tell you something about the background. Second you can read something about the different sizes of the Japanese red maple bonsai. Further we give some tips for bonsai care and finally we have a selection of premium deals for the Japanese red maple bonsai tree.

We also have a big video collection for the beginning and medium expert bonsai enthusiast. Scroll down and begin learning and loving the bonsai!

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The Japanese maple binomial name is "acer palmatum" and comes from in Japan, Korea an China. This is a great candidate for miniature growing an sought for by many in the world. They are since 1800s commonly grown in the rest of the world and popular because of their astonishing colors and leaf shapes. The Japanese red maple bonsai shows adult and juvenile characters and therefor named cultivars. A cultivar is a cultivated variety of a plant that has specific characteristics and is selected for propagation. There are over 300 Japanese maple cultivars know with all different features.

Japanese maple varieties most suitable for bonsai training.

1. Kiyo hime
2. Murasaki kiyo hime
3. Koto hime
4. Nishiki gawa
5. Tama hime
6. Goshiki koto hime
7. Sekka yatsubusa
8. Sango kaku
9. Katsura
10. Kashima (Chiba)
11. Ara kawa

Watering:

• Watering blooms is a no go because the bonsai will wilt prematurely
• Best time for watering the bonsai is in the morning. If there is frost wait until the ice is completely gone
• The best way to check if your bonsai is in need of water is by poking your finger 2 inches into the soil. Is it dry water it.
• Use a overhead hand held sprayer attached to the garden hose for perfect watering

Feeding:

• Organic fertilizer (we use blood, bone or fish-meal) are recommended
• Never fertilize after October and be careful with feeding a bonsai until a month after transplanting
• Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring, in fall keep to a 0-10-10 mixture
• For Japanese maples a combination of organic and mineral fertilizers in a liquid form is well

Soil Recipes For Repotting:

• Maples like a drained soil, changing your favorite recipes from time to time will result in getting the best combination for your tree

Placement & Exposure:

• Excellent is the morning sun and the afternoon shade
• Any sheltered area without harsh wind and without strong sunlight
• Rotating the placement of your bonsai maple from summer to winter in your garden ensures good conditions for good health

Ramification:

• Late autumn or early winter is the best time for total ramifications and to change the branches the way you like
• For removal of major branches spring is the best time because the wounds will heal faster

Pruning:

• The best time for pruning is spring
• The leaves can be trimmed in late spring

Pests:

• Moths; laying moth balls on the soil will prevent moths laying eggs
• Aphids; can be remedied with Safer soap or a good spraying Confidor
• Enough sunlight and fresh air keep insects away

This outdoor Japanese red maple bonsai tree is already grown and trained by the seller Bonsai Boy. This example does has very nice shaped leaves which reminds of the palm of your hand if you look at them. This beautiful tree is the small detail on your porch, patio, balcony or garden that blends in with the rest but keeps it's beauty and mystique.

Features for the Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree - Small - (acer palmatum 'atropurpurea')

• Price: $39.95
  
• Age: four years old;
• Height: 12 to 14 inches;
• Outdoor/Indoor: recommended outdoor;
• Leaves color: red
• Recommended: suitable humidity/ drip tray (extra $6.95)

Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree - Large - (Acer Palmatum 'Atropurpurea')

Bonsai Boy also sells a larger and older Japanese red maple bonsai tree.This large bonsai tree has several colors throughout the year, from purple red in winter to green in late summer. This large example also differs from it's little brother by having petite red-purple flowers in May-June.

Features for the Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree - Large - (Acer Palmatum 'Atropurpurea')

• Price: $69.95
  
• Age: seven years old;
• Height: > 14 inches;
• Outdoor/Indoor: recommended outdoor;
• Leaves color: several, from purple-red to green;
  
• Recommended: suitable humidity/ drip tray (extra $7.95)
• Available: through the whole year
• Foliage: not during winter months;

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Everybody is interested in low priced deals, discounts or cheap bargains. When i searched for my first bonsai tree i not wanted to start with the most expensive example on the market. I wanted one, so if something did go wrong, i could purchase another one and only lose time and love. My first bonsai was like my little baby and i nurtured it with lots of love. Unfortunately, after couple of months, due to my own dumb fault, it died. I was very disappointed and planned to learn everything about the bonsai and how to grow them. If there only was a hub like this one to inform me with all the do's and don't and with some good deals on bonsai trees. Through the years and with the coming of Internet everything went lots easier for bonsai enthusiasts. Here are two more links that would be great if they were around in my time:

• Bonsai Trees beneath $30

The following videos are a must see for the bonsai enthusiast who want to begin. In these videos expert Mike Hansen explains:

• What a bonsai tree is
• The history of the bonsaiHow to make your own bonsai (must see for beginners!)
• How to grow a bonsai tree from the seed
• What the role of a bonsai pot is
• How to plant a bonsai tree
• What type of soil is necessary for bonsai trees
• Which tools are needed for bonsai tree care
• How to care for your bonsai tree
• Avoiding problems with bonsai trees
• Repotting a bonsai tree
• Tips for growing healthy bonsai trees

These tips are a must for beginners but also very useful for experienced bonsai enthusiast that want to know more about the bonsai tree.