Help Japanese Maples Thrive in Summer

Japanese maples need extra care to stay healthy in the UK.

Japanese maples are popular in British gardens due to their bright leaves.

These trees grow under bigger trees in Japan and get water from fallen leaves.

Japanese maples can dry out fast in the UK and turn brown when it's hot. This can make the leaves look wilted or crispy and stop growing.

Mulch helps keep the soil cool and protects Japanese maple roots.

Gardener Tom Warren says pine straw can help Japanese maples in hot weather.

Tom says mulch helps Japanese maples in hot weather. He likes to use pine straw or pine bark nuggets.

Mulching puts organic matter around a plant to enrich the soil and keep roots cool. It's a good way to protect Japanese maple roots.

Mulch stops water from evaporating and keeps the soil moist.

Pine straw is a good mulch for Japanese maples because it's like the leaf litter in Japan.

Pine straw breaks down fast and needs to be replaced often. Pine bark lasts longer.

Pine straw looks natural in gardens, but pine bark is also a good choice.

Straw mulch looks natural, but pine bark lasts longer.

Mulching helps Japanese maples stay watered for longer.

To mulch, clear the area, remove weeds, loosen the soil, and water if it's dry.

Spread mulch around the tree in a circle, leaving a gap by the trunk.

Don't let mulch touch the tree or leaves, or it can cause mold. Make a ring around the tree.

Water the mulch to help it settle into the soil, and it will keep your Japanese maple healthy.

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