What soil PH should have for BloodGood Japanese Maple (upright). Is partial sun is Ok for them OR it need to be in the full sun? I am in NorthEast Zone 6. I have a spot in the front yard corner in North Eastern direction where it get good shade after 2 pm. Should it be OK in winter? since I think this will be direct to the elements in winter. How faraway it should be from the house, 6-7' ok?
Appreciate any help.
Regards
Sam
Part sun is fine for any Japanese maple, although Bloodgood tends to be very sun tolerant and will take full sun easily. Soil should be very well draining but pH requirements are not absolute - a slighty acidic to neutral soil in the 6.0 to 7.0 range will be fine. 6-7' is a little too close to the house, IMO. Bloodgoods are goodsized for J. maples and can easily develop a canopy spread of 15-20'. You want to site it where there is no chance of the branches encountering any obstruction with the roof or other parts of the building - 10' would be better.
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