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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in partial to full shade; avoids intense direct sun which can scorch delicate leaves
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil is dry; tolerates short dry spells once fully established
Temperature
Hardy to -30°C; prefers cool to temperate conditions, avoid prolonged heat above 27°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Broad, 3-lobed bright green leaves turning yellow in fall; soft, delicate texture
- Bark: Greenish-white vertical stripes on smooth thin bark, darkening slightly with age
- Flower: Small, yellow-green drooping racemes; inconspicuous but faintly fragrant
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Apply a balanced organic feed once at bud break. Use composted leaf mold as a slow-release, low-impact nutrient source
Composted leaf mold tea：Steep fully composted maple leaves in water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw leaves to prevent fungal growth and odorPruning
- Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Thin crowded lower stems to maintain an open, natural understory form
- Avoid heavy pruning; the tree has a naturally graceful, multi-stemmed shape
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no known toxic compounds present
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no recorded adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental woodland tree; young shoots are browsed by moose and deer
