Aureum Japanese Maple Tree for Sale - Buying & Growing Guide

Planting and Care

by John Haryasz | Horticulture Writer and Landscape Designer – last update on December 26, 2022

Planting instructions

It is best to plant your Aureum Japanese Maple Tree in a partial shade location or one that receives filtered light, such as a planting area under a tall tree canopy. You can grow this plant either in the ground or in a container. For in-ground planting, dig a hole that is as deep as the root ball is tall and at least twice as wide. If you use a container, it should also be considerably wider than the plant’s root ball to allow for root expansion.

Watering and nutrients

The overall water needs for the Aureum Japanese Maple Tree are neither comparatively high nor are they low. Generally, it is best to start by watering this plant about once per week during the spring and summer, while adjusting that rate in the case of rainfall or excessively hot and dry weather. Often, you can get by without feeding your Aureum Japanese Maple Tree at all. However, if you want to feed this plant, you can do so by applying a balanced fertilizer once per year in spring.

Pollination

While the foliage of the Aureum Japanese Maple Tree is the main ornamental feature, this plant holds flowers each year as well. Those flowers appear in small purple clusters in the spring. These flowers attract pollinators, and since the Aureum Japanese Maple Tree is a self-fertile plant, pollination typically occurs easily. Once pollination is successful, the flowers will give way to a set of winged samaras that carry this plant’s seeds and which many people find attractive.

Pruning

Another convenient aspect of growing an Aureum Japanese Maple Tree is that this plant does not require regular pruning. Since the Aureum Japanese Maple Tree has a slow growth rate, it is not likely to become overgrown, which is why annual pruning is not always necessary. Still, it is always beneficial to remove any branch that is dead, damaged or diseased. If you need to perform such pruning, it is best to do so during the late winter or early spring season while the plant is exiting its dormant phase.

Pests, diseases, and animals

Unfortunately, there are several pest and disease issues that your Aureum Japanese Maple Tree can encounter during its life. Regarding pests, some of the most common ones are insects like aphids, caterpillars and borers. However, there are several other insects that can infest this plant. Additionally, your Aureum Japanese Maple Tree may experience leaf spots, several forms of rot, canker and other infections. However, with the right care and attention, it is entirely possible to reduce the odds of these problems and treat them when they do occur.

Achieving maximum results

At times, it is possible to grow your Aureum Japanese Maple Tree in an area that receives more sunlight than a partial shade setting typically does. However, exposing this plant to more direct sunlight can have negative outcomes. Firstly, the brilliant color of this plant’s leaves can be somewhat muted in the wrong light setting. Additionally, too much direct light often leads to leaf scorch. If you are going to plant this species in a relatively sunny area, ensure that it at least receives afternoon shade.

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