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Bidding has ended on this item. Item:Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum,*The Redleaf Maple BONSAI* |
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You are biddingon 8 seed of this spectactular Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum, The Redleaf Maple its known to make a wonderful in formal upright bonsai. Native to Japan, China and Korea. In nature, it is a small growing tree to 5 meters with a dense, spreading habit. This small deciduous tree is a very showy. These trees have the most beautiful red leaves in the Spring and Fall. During the Summer they tend to shade to a duller red or bronze, then go back bright red in the Fall. The leaves are 5-7 lobed and cut halfway to the centre of the leaf blade. The leaves are very small and delicate. The leaves reduce nicely to 1" or less. It looks wonderful on a sunny Autumn day with the sun shining on it superb foliage. Redleaf maple start branching out at an early age. The trunks remain green/red for a very long time and the branches will remain green/redish even when the trunk has started showing a rough bark texture. They will take cold temperatures they prospers in full sun to light shade, and in fertile, moist well drained soils, neutral to acid, away from strong winds. Additional Information germination For faster germination, soak the seeds in slightly hot water for 24-48 hours, followed by 3 months cold stratification before sowing at 1/3" deep in sterile gardening soil. Keep damp soil, not soaking wet. Keep pot in warm situation 68-75°F. Germination usually occurs in one to two months. It can be a lot more depending on their degree of unbroken dormancy, don't lose faith. Scarification This will break their dormancy. It creates a cold and moist environment for the seeds. Mixed in seeds with slightly moistened vermiculite or peat, only damp in a ziplock bag. Close zip bag shut and store it in the salad crisper compartment of your refrigerator. If any seeds begin to sprout during the cold stratification, simply remove the seed and plant. This plant suits Bonsai perfectly. ![]() Powered by eBay Turbo Lister |
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