Another task to add to the list is applying a fresh mulch of bark, straw or well rotted ... trunk to avoid the risk of rotting and disease. Japanese maples are most prone to damage in the spring ...

Mulch with bark or well-rotted ... the base of your Japanese maple, reports the Express. Be careful to avoid letting the mulch touch the trunk to prevent rot and disease. Also, the original ...

Spring care for Japanese maple ... is free-draining. Maples do not thrive in clay, heavy or poorly drained soils. These types of soils can lead to root rot and bring about disease.