Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Sherwood Flame'
Overview
The Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple is an amazing choice for your garden, with its striking aromas and showy foliage. Its delicate lacey leaves are an eye-catching mix of deep purple, bright green, and orange, making it a real standout among deciduous trees. This tree is also relatively low maintenance – once established it doesn't need much looking after. Hardiness in cold climates and full sun to part shade make it versatile and easy to grow. Plus, its vibrant color will light up your garden with a spectacular display in both spring and autumn, with brilliant fall foliage adding a grand finale to the year.
Care Guide
Watering
Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Sherwood Flame') should be watered regularly during the growing season (Spring through Fall). About 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week is usually sufficient. The frequency of watering should be adjusted according to the temperature and precipitation levels. If the weather is hot and dry, increase the frequency. If the weather is cool and wet, reduce the amount of water or skip a watering.
Light
Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Sherwood Flame') grows best in partial shade, meaning it needs several hours of direct sunlight each day. This maple tree will do well in an area that receives at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day, and is often recommended to be planted in an area that is bright but does not receive excessive amounts of direct sun. It cannot tolerate full sun conditions, as extended exposure can damage its foliage. During the hottest part of the day, the Sherwood Flame Maple should be kept in indirect sunlight, or sheltered from the sun’s rays, as this will help protect its delicate leaves.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-6.
Pruning
Sherwood Flame Japanese Maple can be pruned twice each year - once in the late winter and once in the late summer. Since the tree is naturally dense, pruning should focus on thinning out the canopy and keeping the tree in its ideal shape. In winter, light pruning helps to ensure good air circulation which will reduce the risk of leaf diseases. In summer, more aggressive pruning can be done to maintain a desired shape; be sure to make your cuts clean and as close to the branch as possible. It is important to leave some smaller branches to provide stability and strength for the tree. Lastly, it is important to avoid pruning too drastically, as this may result in bald patches or stunted growth.
Propagation
Grafting Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Air Layering Propagation, Root Division
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