Hairy maple

Acer pictum

Acer pictum is a deciduous tree that thrives primarily in cold climates.

Growth Characteristics- Size: Mature trees can grow up to approximately 10 to 15 meters in height.
- Leaves: The leaves are broad and thin, palm-shaped, and feature 5 to 7 serrations. In autumn, the foliage turns golden or red.
- Bark: The tree's bark is gray and features vertical fissures.
- Growing Environment: It grows well in mountainous areas at elevations of 400 to 1,500 meters and thrives in well-drained, sunny locations.

Propagation Methods- Seed Propagation: Seeds are harvested in late summer or early autumn and sown directly or grown from seedlings. Exposing seeds to natural cold during the winter increases germination rates.
- Grafting: It can also be propagated through branch grafting in the spring. Cultivation Methods
- Soil: It prefers well-drained soil, and it is recommended to maintain a pH of slightly acidic to neutral.
- Watering: While mature trees are relatively resistant to drought, it is important to maintain adequate moisture for young trees.
- Fertilizing: Considering the plant's growth period, it is recommended to apply an appropriate amount of fertilizer in spring and summer.

Uses in the Garden
- Landscape: It is popular as a landscape tree due to its beautiful leaf shape and autumn foliage.
- Shade: It can also be used as a shade tree due to its broad leaves and dense branches.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Diseases: Be careful of diseases such as fungal diseases, and use appropriate fungicides if necessary.
- Pests: Pests such as aphids and scale insects may occur; in this case, control them using pesticides.
- Prevention: The occurrence of pests and diseases can be reduced by maintaining the tree's health through proper moisture levels and improving soil drainage. Based on this information, if you properly manage and care for the hairy maple, you can create a beautiful landscape in your garden.

Plant Family	Maple family
Height	20m
Colors	green
Bloom Period	May
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

Autumn foliage of the Jajune Islands
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