HELP! I need a maple Doc...

Discussion in 'Maples' started by Garydl, Oct 8, 2007.

  1. Garydl

    Garydl Member

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    My japanese maple is looking really rough. It was a small leaf green, and is now turning very orange and dropping a great deal of leaves. Is this a normal autumn cycle or is this a sign of sickness in my lil maple. She sits on our deck and is exposed to high winds at times. Thanks for any suggestions and info.
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Maybe it needs to be repotted into fresh potting medium, or needs to be fertilized. Fall is an excellent time to fertilize hardy plants. But try to get a fairly good idea what it needs before doing anything specific.

    Leaves shriveling and same twigs dying would be a pathogenic disease problem, such as Verticillium wilt. Japanese maples can be prone to blighting off from such things.
     
  3. whis4ey

    whis4ey Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Your maple is probably only showing its autumn colour and normal leaf drop at this time of year
     
  4. nelran

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    I don't know your zone, but with fall temperatures dropping, it's normal that all decidous trees begin to drop their leaves. However, loosing leaves early in fall could be a combination of several factors as transplant stress, drougth, or simple adaptation of the tree to the new ambient. Observe the JM, if the branches are ok (no dieback), probably the JM is fine. Next spring, the tree will develop new leaves.
    One more thing, JMs and windy locations are not compatible. Try to avoid places with cold/hot wind.

    Nelson
     
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  5. smivies

    smivies Active Member

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    Sounds like it's Fall! Japanese maples are not evergreen and are prized for their autumn colours.
     
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    alex66 Rising Contributor Maple Society 10 Years

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    is autum coulor... but send photo if possible in this forum photo of maple are always welcome!!alex
     
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