ANGYO WEEPING TRIDENT MAPLE

ANGYO WEEPING TRIDENT MAPLE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

• Recommended Soil:
• Prefers well-drained soil with moderate organic content.
• Adapts to sandy, loamy, or amended clay soils.
• Slightly acidic to neutral pH supports optimal growth.
• Avoid consistently soggy or poorly drained conditions.
• Sun Exposure:
• Thrives in full sun for best structure and fall color.
• Tolerates partial shade, especially in hotter regions.
• More sunlight enhances branching density and autumn intensity.
• Ideal for open landscape settings with good air circulation.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water consistently during the first growing season.
• Once established, moderately drought tolerant.
• Deep watering during extended heat supports healthy foliage.
• Maintain even moisture but avoid standing water.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
• Top-dress annually with compost to improve soil vitality.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen to maintain strong branching.
• Generally low maintenance once established.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Minimal pruning required to preserve natural weeping habit.
• Remove dead or crossing branches in late winter.
• Allow central leader to develop for best structure.
• Mulch to protect roots and regulate soil temperature.

Family: Sapindaceae / Aceraceae · Common Name: Maple

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• A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
• Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Growing and Maintenance Tips for Acer

Maple Trees are easy to grow, and adapt well to most conditions.

• Plant large shade Maple Trees in full sun
• Plant Japanese Maple trees in morning shade or sun and evening shade
• Water daily until established, than as needed.
• Prefers moist, well draining soil.
• Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer. To give your plant the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.

Acer Interesting Notes

Interesting Notes About ANGYO WEEPING TRIDENT MAPLE

• Angyo Origins: This cultivar was discovered in Angyo, Japan, a region historically known for ornamental tree cultivation.
• Trident Leaf Signature: Trident maples are named for their distinctive three-lobed leaves, which create bold seasonal texture.
• Exfoliating Appeal: Mature bark develops subtle peeling gray tones, enhancing winter interest.
• Heat Performer: Trident maples are widely respected for superior heat tolerance compared to many other ornamental maples.
• Architectural Contrast: Its pendulous habit offers a stronger vertical structure than many laceleaf maples, making it ideal for dramatic landscape design.