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Japanese Maple Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEAcer palmatum

USD 15.99

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Japanese maples are living sculptures, prized for delicate, colorful foliage and graceful form.

GERMINATION30-120 days
SUNLIGHTPartial Shade to Full Sun (4-6 hours daily)

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Germination01

30-120 days

Light02

Partial Shade to Full Sun (4-6 hours daily)

Temperature03

33-40F (cold stratification)

Hardiness04

Check the directions supplied with your seed variety.

THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

Japanese Maple care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Acer palmatum
Common names
Momiji
Family
Sapindaceae
Genus
Acer
Species
A. palmatum
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Start growing

Dappled shade, protection from wind, and consistent moisture.

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Growing with your kit

Seeds In A Cup® seeds are pre-stratified. Watch the delicate, lace-like leaves unfold.

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Propagation

By seed (variable) or grafting.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Spectacular spring and autumn color; seeds are winged samaras.

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Growing conditions

Shaded woodlands and sub-canopy layers.

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Weather & tolerances

Moderate cold; sensitive to scorch in hot sun.

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Pests & plant health

Aphids and Verticillium wilt.

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Plant safety

Safe.

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Botanical features

A deciduous shrub/small tree known for graceful architecture and vibrant red/purple foliage.

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Varieties

‘Bloodgood’, ‘Dissectum’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Premier ornamental specimen for Zen gardens and bonsai

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Native range & distribution

Native to Japan, Korea, and China.

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Conservation

Secure.

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Name origins

‘Palmatum’ refers to the hand-like shape of the leaves.

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History

Cultivated in Japan for centuries; introduced to the West in the 1800s.

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Japanese maples are living sculptures, prized for delicate, colorful foliage and graceful form. How to grow Japanese Maple from seed Start here: Japanese Maple seeds need a cold, moist rest first. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the humidity lid, and chill the planter in your refrigerator for several weeks before moving it somewhere warm and bright. Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Japanese Maple sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Japanese Maple at a glance Botanical name: Acer palmatum Germination: 30-90 days at 33-40F (cold stratification) USDA zones: japanese-maple Mature size: Any Zone If grown indoors Sunlight: Partial Shade to Full Sun (4-6 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-10 seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Japanese Maple Seed Starter Grow Kit? Do Japanese Maple seeds need cold stratification? Yes — Japanese Maple seeds are raw and untreated, so they need a cold, moist rest to break dormancy. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the lid, and chill the planter in the refrigerator for several weeks, then move it somewhere warm and bright. How long do Japanese Maple seeds take to germinate? Japanese Maple seeds typically sprout in 30-90 days at 33-40F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Can I grow Japanese Maple indoors, and is it hardy in my area? You start Japanese Maple indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in japanese-maple, or kept in a container in colder regions. What if my seeds don't sprout?
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Do Japanese Maple seeds need cold stratification?

Yes — Japanese Maple seeds are raw and untreated, so they need a cold, moist rest to break dormancy. Mix them into the damp soil, cover with the lid, and chill the planter in the refrigerator for several weeks, then move it somewhere warm and bright.

How long do Japanese Maple seeds take to germinate?

Japanese Maple seeds typically sprout in 30-90 days at 33-40F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

Can I grow Japanese Maple indoors, and is it hardy in my area?

You start Japanese Maple indoors in any climate using the kit. Once established it can be moved outdoors in japanese-maple, or kept in a container in colder regions.

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