1, soil: Japanese red maple is more suitable to grow in well-drained soil, and soft soil is very beneficial to root respiration and growth. It is best to make the soil slightly acidic and try not to use alkaline soil.
2, watering: according to the principle of seeing dry and seeing wet, try to water it, it has a certain drought resistance, and it doesn't matter if you water less at ordinary times, but it is best not to let water appear in the flowerpot.
3. Sunshine: Give it plenty of light during maintenance. Under good lighting conditions, the colors of leaves will be more vivid. If it's noon in summer, it's best to shade it properly to avoid the sun exposing the leaves.
4. Temperature: The most suitable temperature for its growth is about 20℃, which has certain cold tolerance. However, in winter, it is best to move it indoors for maintenance, and the temperature should be kept above 0℃ at least to survive the winter safely.
Second, feeding skills
1. Pruning: It needs pruning during growth. Pruning is mainly to cut off diseased branches and dead branches, which can avoid infecting other branches and make the plants healthier. Secondly, it can have better plant shape and improve ornamental value.
2. Planting: When planting, it is necessary to spray water from time to time to moisturize. Moreover, it needs to be maintained in a semi-shady place for a few days, and it can only be cultivated in the sun after the leaves grow out. After all its leaves are spread out, it is necessary to apply diluted liquid fertilizer.
Third, the problem diagnosis and treatment
1, powdery mildew: various problems will inevitably occur during maintenance, among which powdery mildew is more common. The occurrence of this disease is generally the result of maintenance in a poorly ventilated place, and it needs timely medication to prevent it.
2, pests: the more common are scale insects and borers, aphids and so on. If found in time, you can brush off the eggs with a toothbrush. If it is found to be serious, it needs to be sprayed with pesticides.
Four. Other issues
1. Can it be cultured indoors? Japanese red maple can be cultivated indoors, and it needs to be kept in a good light condition during the growing period. When the sun is hot in summer, you need to move to a cool place temporarily.
2. Whether it is poisonous: Japanese red maple is nontoxic, with high ornamental value and beautiful leaves, which is very suitable for planting at home and can also be used to decorate the living room.