![]() Water in the tree to settle the soil and continue watering regularly, especially in dry weather, during the first summer.See our guide on tree planting for more information. Japanese maples like their roots quite shallow so plant them with no more than 2.5cm (1in) of soil over the main roots.Japanese maples prefer space for their roots and do best if they do not have to compete with the plants around them so give them plenty of space.We have put together a guide to help you identify your soil type They will be fine in most soils, however, you can improve them by digging in well-rotted organic matter such as garden compost or bags of garden centre soil improver. Japanese maples do best in slightly acidic humus-rich, well-drained soils.Green-leaved forms tolerate full sun, but are best in dappled shade as very bright conditions can sometimes cause scorch Variegated Japanese maples need partial shade to prevent the afternoon sun from scorching the foliage. ![]() Red-and purple-leaved cultivars need some sun to fully develop their dark hues.
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