Watering Acer platanoidescontinental : Let’s try to keep the ground fairly damp, watering every 3-4 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water; when the weather is very harsh and the temperatures are below zero, watering can be interrupted. alpine : Every 4-5 weeks water the soil, trying to wet it deeply; keep the ground constantly moist, although we must avoid water stagnations. Usually 0-1 buckets of water are used. mediterranean : We suggest watering regularly with 2-3 buckets of water, trying to keep the growing substratum pretty cool and moist; if the climate is very cold we can reduce watering. 2-3 weeks should go by between irrigations. Exposure Acer platanoidescontinental : For the The Acer platanoides let's prefer very sunny locations, directly exposed to sunrays. alpine : For a balanced development, it is best for the The Acer platanoides to receive as many hours possible of direct sunlight. mediterranean : Plant which needs to be exposed to direct solar rays. Fertilization Acer platanoides : Trees usually need fertilization during the winter months; let’s remember to enrich the soil when we intend to plant a new tree. Treatments Acer platanoides : Towards the end of the winter, before the buds get bigger, let’s apply a defensive treatment against the most common fungi diseases, using a fungicide based on sulphur and copper. |