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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.
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Partial Shade to Full Sun (4-6 hours daily)
33-40F (cold stratification)
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
Start growing
Dappled shade, protection from wind, and consistent moisture.
Growing with your kit
Seeds In A Cup® seeds are pre-stratified. Watch the delicate, lace-like leaves unfold.
Propagation
By seed (variable) or grafting.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Spectacular spring and autumn color; seeds are winged samaras.
Growing conditions
Shaded woodlands and sub-canopy layers.
Weather & tolerances
Moderate cold; sensitive to scorch in hot sun.
Pests & plant health
Aphids and Verticillium wilt.
Plant safety
Safe.
Botanical features
A deciduous shrub/small tree known for graceful architecture and vibrant red/purple foliage.
Varieties
‘Bloodgood’, ‘Dissectum’.
Garden & everyday uses
Premier ornamental specimen for Zen gardens and bonsai
Native range & distribution
Native to Japan, Korea, and China.
Conservation
Secure.
Name origins
‘Palmatum’ refers to the hand-like shape of the leaves.
History
Cultivated in Japan for centuries; introduced to the West in the 1800s.
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Catalog variants
- SIAC-001-1FGHR6 — USD 15.99 · Out of stock
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Good questions grow here
A little more clarity.
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.
Growing details are supplied in the Seeds In A Cup product catalog. Follow the instructions included with your specific kit.
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