Ji Jiao Japanese Maple Pine Deadheading: Remove spent flower spikes

Deadheading: Remove spent flower spikes if desired to keep the plant tidy and encourage additional bloom on some plants

Watering: Deep soak during dry spells to maintain consistent moisture

Patio Shade: Let it cover a sturdy structure near seating for dappled shade and a more enclosed feel

Growing 3 to 4 feet tall and wide

then prune again in late winter to shorten side shoots and maintain flowering spurs

Ji Jiao Japanese Maple Pine Deadheading: Remove spent flower spikesJi Jiao Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Ji Jiao') Ji Jiao Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Ji Jiao') is a distinctive small tree prized for orange to yellow orange bark that glows in winter; medium green leaves provide a fresh summer canopy and turn bright orange to crimson in fall on an upright, well branched habit suited to entries, patios, and woodland borders. Distinctive Features Showy orange bark delivers standout cold season interest; medium, 5 to