Japanese maples dont seem to do well in southern exposure. Mine is thriving are on
the north side of a shed. they want moist but not wet conditions. sounds like the
leaves and twigs are desiccating. you might try "cloud cover" or other antidessicant
to prevent so much water loss. Ingrid

"R. Kannan" wrote:

Hi,

I seem to have problems with a Japanese maple on the partly shady southern
side of my house. I live in Michigan. It seems to have very few leaves and
the branches that look very dry. Can I use an acid fertilizer for Japanese
maple though it is not listed on the bag?

TIA for any advice.



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