How Do You Propagate A Japanese Maple Tree?
Japanese maples are sturdy plants that grow 15 feet to 25 feet in height with purplish and golden leaves at certain times in the year. These plants flourish in partial sun with moist, well-drained soil. These plants can be fairly difficult to propagate on your own, but it can be done. You can propagate your Japanese maple tree in the fall through planting seeds. It takes a few steps to do this, but anyone should able to complete it with a few basic materials. Collect the Japanese maple seeds after they have fallen from the tree and turned brown. Break off the covering on the outside of the seeds with your hands. Place the seeds in a cup of hot tap water and soak them for 24 hours, which will soften the outer layer of the seed. Put the seeds in a plastic bag with peat moss. Store them in room temperature for 90 days and move them to a refrigerator for 70 days. Check the seeds routinely to see if they are dry. Give them a little water if they need it. Check to see if the seeds are develo
