Japanese Red Maple Deshojo

The Japanese Red Maple Bonsai is one of the most popular varieties of maple and is a staple of Japanese garden design. In early spring expect to see stunning bright red leaves, followed by red/green in summer and a deeper, rich red in autumn. In winter the leaves will drop to reveal a striking silhouette.

This lovely red maple ‘deshojo’ bonsai tree is standing at approximately 40cm tall in a black glazed ceramic oriental pot with a width of 26cm and depth of 18cm. This deshojo features a good twig structure and it has been shaped into the broom style.

Bonsai Dimensions	Pot Dimensions
Height: 40cm	Height:
Depth: 18cm	Depth:
Width: 26cm	Width:

Placement:

Choose an outdoor location that is sunny but protected from strong wind and scorching sunlight in the hottest part of summer days. The more sustained light the tree receives, the deeper red the leaves will be. Protect from harsh frost in winter.

Watering and feeding:

They must be watered generously as soon as the top inch of soil gets dry. Do not let the soil dry out fully and avoid constant wetness. See our watering guide.
Only feed periodically during the growing season (March-Oct).

Pruning and wiring:

The shoots and twigs of the Deshojo maple can and should be trimmed all year round. Remove large leaves during periods of active growth to encourage the appearance of smaller and finer leaves.
The Deshojo red maple can be beautifully styled. Wiring is best done when the tree is in leaf since branches that contain sap are less likely to snap.

Repotting:

Repot in early spring with a well-draining bonsai soil mix.

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Please Note: measurements given are approximate. Depending on the season, the appearance of the tree may vary. The tree that you receive may differ in size and shape to the photo if it has grown or been pruned since.