From an aesthetic point of view, Japanese maples have a distinctive architectural beauty year-round but especially after their leaves fall. From a practical perspective, these maple trees are compact ...

The jaw-dropping elegance of the Japanese maple’s vibrant colors and graceful appearance has inspired Japanese poets and artists for centuries. In Japan, the annual pilgrimage to view the tree’s ...

Few trees can match the refined elegance of a red laceleaf Japanese maple (Acer palmatum 'dissectum'), yet they are surprisingly easy to grow in containers. Choose carefully when you buy one. Some get ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A close-up of an unspecified Japanese maple seed pod - Lois GoBe/Shutterstock Many home landscapers love the look of Japanese ...

Want to create some shade on your patio without doing anything too drastic? Planting is key – and this glorious, ...

Dear Roger: I love the colors of the Japanese maples in spring and fall. I want to add some to my garden. I have a large lot, but I have to garden on a severe budget. Any suggestions? - Brian Tate, ...

Q: The Japanese maple we planted last fall did not survive winter. It was growing in full sun on the east side of a garage. Is there anything we should do differently? — Gillean Wilsak, Naperville A: ...

Q: One of our young Japanese maple trees did not survive the heat and dry weather last year. Can I replace it now or would it be best to wait until this fall? Debra Payne, Bartow County A: If you’re ...

Dear Roger: I have one Japanese maple, a light green lace-leaf. I want to add more types. I saw so many beautiful ones last fall. I have a large lot, but I have to garden on a budget. Any suggestions?

If you've priced a Japanese maple lately, then you probably discovered it's not just their leaves that are golden. Choice trees fetch $400 or more. But consider what these woody ornamentals can bring ...

Japanese maples are pricey, but consider what these woody ornamentals bring to your surroundings. Japanese maples are fall foliage standouts. They outperform many other showy ornamentals with their ...

Here's how to plant a Japanese maple tree and keep it thriving for years to come. From an aesthetic point of view, Japanese maples have a distinctive architectural beauty year-round but especially ...