Bonsai.ch Acer palmatum shishigashira Lion's head maple cm

You will receive the depicted bonsai.

Acer shishigashira belongs to the family of soapberry plants. It is originally from Japan and Korea. In spring, the new leaves are medium green, and in autumn, the leaves change color from orange to red.

The lion's head maple as a bonsai is easy to care for, robust, and winter hardy. It tolerates strong pruning very well.

Care

As a garden bonsai, the lion's head maple must be kept outdoors year-round. It prefers a wind-protected spot in partial shade. Watering should be done during the summer months until the soil is thoroughly moist. In winter, keep the soil only slightly moist and water only on frost-free days. For fertilization during the growing season (March to August), an organic fertilizer in pellet form is suitable, which can be placed in small containers on the soil. In summer, liquid fertilizer can also be alternated. Approximately every two years, in early spring before the leaves bud, it is time to repot. A well-draining soil, such as our house mix, is suitable as a substrate.

Design

The short internodes are suitable for dense tree crowns in upright designs. Branches can be shaped using anodized aluminum wire. Thick and less flexible branches can be bent using a clamp. The removal of branches and branch stubs should be done with concave or bud scissors. Cut surfaces should be sealed with a wound paste to prevent the entry of pathogens such as bacteria and fungi.