Maples

Many gardeners love the changing colours of trees throughout the year. The autumn colours can be spectacular with oranges, yellow, reds and even purple colours to brighten our gardens. In fact, many people travel long distances to see the colours changing. Some gardeners actually design their gardens with the colour changes in mind, and this […]

When I first came across the term Bloodgood, I was taken aback. Blood? How could the name of this tree relate to blood? Then I saw it and fell in love with just how vibrant its leaves were. And just like the name of the tree suggested, the leaves were a bright red, almost as

In all seasons, red maple gardeners know what to expect of the red maple. The changes are like clockwork and are so in tune that it’s impossible to miss them. In the spring, the tree perks up to produce small red flowers that contrast its green leaves. Then summer comes along, and you sit under

Red maples are known for their beautiful red foliage in the fall, making any landscape look like a dream. So, to see them turning green and lose this red color can be such a disheartening experience, and most gardeners would be at a loss of what they can do to save their red maple. Are

We all know that red maples turn red in the fall. So, a friend went to a nursery in the fall and picked out a red maple. It had bright red foliage, and she marveled at its beauty. Come winter, the leaves fell off, and she was eager for spring to start so that the

Japanese maple or Acer Palmatum is native to Japan but also has been traced back to Korea, China, and Mongolia. Due to its reddish hand-shaped leaves and corrugated trunk, it has been added as a wonderful addition to gardens and lawns. Japanese maple have long been used in traditional medicine, so their benefits include skin

Japanese maple trees are known for their colorful foliage. The striking color becomes even more beautiful during the fall. However, it becomes alarming when the gorgeous leaves turn brown because their color is the most prominent feature. If your maple tree is facing the same issue and you need help, we are on it! Your

Like other maple trees, the Japanese maple is a wondrous species that changes its hue as the seasons change. Its leaves take on a green or red hue in the active growing season. The tree can even have both green and red leaves in some cases. And in the fall, you get to watch the

Maples are a highly sought-after species for landscaping designs. They augur so well with the vibe and are quite breath-taking in the fall when their leaves change their hues to red, orange, yellow, and even purple! But while these trees are genuinely awe-inspiring, you can’t have them all in your garden. To start with, they

Raising a healthy red maple tree is relatively easy. The plant is not highly demanding. It can even tolerate clay soils without suffering root rot and dying. Not many trees are that adaptable, which makes it a good choice even for a budding beginner who has never dealt with verticillium wilt. However, it’s easy to