Acers
lauren.scott1989
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Hi there,
I have just bought two new acers, they are both still quite small and I wondered how they might do in a pot together?
My thinking is that as they are different in colour they will look good together but will this cause a problem for their growth?
Many thanks!
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Hi Lauren. I think it might be better to have them in separate pots. That way they can both develop without the other getting in the way. You could always stand the pots alongside each other.
Thank you! I'm still finding my way in the garden so thanks for the advice!
You're very welcome
Spotted some lovely Acers in Aldi today at £10.99, Not a bad price for size of plant and some unusual leaf colour and cut.
Hi Lauren - I'd agree with Ladybird re separate pots. The point of Acers is to let their lovely foliage make an impact, and that would be lost completely if they were in the same pot. It's also why they make such good pot grown specimens.
As they grow, pot them on into something just a little bit bigger too, so that the roots develop properly. Don't let them get dried out during hot spells - that affects the foliage development. Windy conditions also have a drying effect. A mulch (gravel sets them off well) after watering helps to stop them drying out too quickly
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...