Beni Otake Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Beni Otake'
Overview
Beni Otake Japanese Maple is an outstanding small tree known for its vibrant displays of color. Its enchanting red-orange foliage turns to a brilliant scarlet in autumn. Its habit is multi-stemmed and habit is extremely vase-shaped, mature width of 10-15 feet. This deciduous tree is well-drained, drought tolerant, and will thrive in a variety of soil conditions. Its low maintenance and its wide branching brings a unique aesthetic to any landscape. Beni Otake Japanese Maple is a rare and stunning foliage, perfect as an ornamental tree, in sheltered rock gardens, or landscapes.
Care Guide
Watering
Beni Otake Japanese Maple should be watered weekly on most seasons and every 2 weeks during dry spells or during hot weather. The amount of water should be enough to thoroughly soak the roots. Additionally, during the winter seasonl, the plant should be watered deeply every 2-3 weeks. In order to prevent root rot, it is important not to over-water.
Light
Beni Otake Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Beni Otake') needs full sun (4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day) in the morning or late afternoon, when the sun is lower in the sky and has less intensity. Partial shade should also be provided during the hottest part of the day to reduce heat stress.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7–7.
Pruning
Beni Otake Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Beni Otake') should be pruned during late winter or early spring. Pruning should be kept to a minimum as this tree does not respond well to pruning that results in major changes in shape and size. Light trimming of dead or diseased branches is recommended. To maintain its compact shape, Beni Otake may be trimmed lightly to remove any branches that detract from the overall shape of the tree.
Propagation
Grafting Propagation, Layering Propagation, Cutting, Air Layering Propagation, Root Division
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