Everyone loves Japanese Maples! Dallas County Master Gardeners were able to learn about them from expert, Scott Hubble, at our September meeting last week.
Scott works at Metro Maples in Fort Worth and shared a wealth of information about these trees which come in all shapes, sizes and many colors.
Our Texas sun is the most important factor to consider when picking a location for a Japanese Maple. Morning sun with shade in the afternoon is generally perfect.
Japanese Maples are well situated when they are under the canopy of larger trees receiving dappled light throughout the day.
Remember they do not like soggy roots so plant them in areas with drainage.
No more words, let’s gaze at these beauties.
Look carefully inside this Japanese Maple to see homeowner’s mailbox. This 25-30 year old tree grew around the mailbox.
Thank you Metro Maples for the presentation and pictures.
Ann Lamb
All Master Gardener meetings are held the 4th Thursday of the month at varying locations are open to the public.
Tool Time and education for all Thursday, October 3rd at 10am at The Raincatcher’s Garden. Click here for details.
Don’t forget to visit the Red Maple Rill at the Dallas Arboretum with over 80 varieties of signature Red Maples.
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