Due to the intense color and beautiful shape of its leaves, red maple is a very popular deciduous tree. This is what characterizes the leaves of this maple and supports he althy growth.
What characterizes the leaves of the red maple?
The leaves of the red maple (Acer rubrum) are characterized by their intense reddish color, scarlet autumn color and lobed shape. To promote beautiful leaf color, a suitable location, sufficient light and regular fertilization are important.
What do the leaves of the red maple look like?
The leaves of red maple (Acer rubrum) are striking due to their reddish foliage shoots and ascarlet autumn color. The lobed shape of the leaf can vary depending on the variety. Basically, red maple has leaves that can be up to ten centimeters long and have a long reddish stem. The veins on the underside of the leaf have a slight hairiness. A profile of the exact type of red maple can give you a more detailed overview.
How do I ensure beautiful leaf color on red maple?
You can enhance the intense coloring of the red maple leaves by choosing the right location and fertilizing. If the soil becomes depleted over time and the nutrient at the site dwindles or the red maple does not receive enough light, the leaves can bleach or lose their typical color. Regular fertilization is therefore definitely recommended if you want to enjoy a beautiful flowering period and a dark red color of the leaves.
Why do red maple leaves turn green?
The leaves of the red maple can turn greendepending on the seasonor due to an incorrectpH value of the soil. Basically, red maple prefers slightly acidic soil. If the substrate becomes alkaline, the red color of the leaves is lost. Here's how to deal with it:
- Determine the pH value of the soil with test strips (€2.00 on Amazon).
- If the values are too basic, apply rhododendron soil and take countermeasures.
It's not tragic if the leaves only turn green in summer. Red maple is often only red in spring and fall.
Are red maple leaves poisonous?
The leaves of the red maple can befor horses quite poisonous. The animals should not eat more than half a kilo of the foliage of this plant. Otherwise, he alth problems can arise for the animals. Please note that the leaves of the plant sometimes become covered with poisonous fungi. Since you won't immediately recognize every fungal infection with your eyes, this is also a risk factor.
Tip
Leaves provide information about tree he alth
By the way, it's definitely worth it if you occasionally look at the leaves of the red maple up close. You can tell the he alth of the tree by its condition. Diseases, pest infestations and fungal infestations usually become apparent quickly through changes in the leaves.
