I recently purchased a few Laceleaf japanese maples at a lower elevation than where I live. I've been keeping them in my garage at night to avoid the cold temps. I put them out in the day so they get sun. 2 weeks have gone by and I've noticed the leaves on 2 of my trees are wilting. What can be causing this?? Could it be lack of water or being in the dark for 10-12 hours a day?? Please someone let me know
Those kinds of maples need to be in light shade or at least filtered sun, but don't put them in the garage because maples are hardy and expect to be cooler at night than in the daytime. Also, water only when the more of the soil than less is dry, but do it well then. Don't use acid (Miracid) fertilizer on them either.
