Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum
You Can Grow Japanese Maple
These seeds require cold stratification to germinate.
Refrigerate seeds for 30 days on a damp paper towel in a plastic bag.
Grow from seed:
Spread seedlings on tray and cold stratify.
With spring heat, seedlings will germinate and take hold
Thin green seedlings and keep red ones.
Transplant to larger pots as necessary.
Grow From Seedlings:
Transplant seedlings into 3" pots.
Grow in partially shaded area for many seasons
Transplant into larger pots and sell as they mature in size
You Can Grow It Big On Your Farmland.
Modern 'compact tractors' and motor tillers grow more plants with less work than ever before. Buy used on Facebook Marketplace to save money, or buy new at Central Jersey Equipment or Weaver's. Check our Recommended Equipment List for the full list of what you may need.
Step 1: Bed
Till the soil and put down a mulch layer. A thick layer of hay is organic and keeps soil moist. You can also use paper mulch or do "plasticulture" instead. Many plants require watering during dry spells through a drip line or sprinkler for best results.
Step 2: Plant
Plant started seedlings into the bed with a hand or mechanized transplanter.
Step 3: Mow
Your seedlings will grow to fruit with minor routine care. Water and fertilize as needed.
Step 4: Market
Sell your produce weekly at farmers markets or 24/7 on Facebook marketplace. High supermarket prices and smartphones make it easier than ever before to sell small farm goods.
