How big can japanese maple tree every year?

Question

I wondering because we have had one for 4 years and it does not look like its grown at all?

Answer 1

Japanese Maples are considered to be slow growers, 10 to 15 feet in 15 years, although it increases in size somewhat more rapidly in youth than in later years.

"Ideal soil for this tree is evenly moist, slightly acidic, high in organic matter and well-drained. Plant in an area protected from high winds and late spring frosts, as leaves tend to emerge early and may be injured. Plant in dappled shade, as direct sunlight may scorch leaves in the heat of summer, especially if irrigation is not provided. Too much shade, however, may cause the tree to grow more slowly and purple leaves become more green. Provide good drainage, never allowing water to stand around the roots. During dry weather provide irrigation, as this tree is sensitive to drought...Provide 3 to 4 inches of mulch beneath the canopy."

If you would like a faster growing maple, try Red Maple..."grows at a medium to fast rate (10 to 12 feet in five to seven years). It has a moderate life span in urban areas; it is longer-lived in wet areas."

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Answer 2

Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 20 ft Spread: 20 ft Form: rounded ( i guess when full grown )
Type: deciduous shrub or small tree
Annual Growth Rate: less than 12 inches

Answer 3

I've had mine for 10 or 11 years and I'd say it's only gotten to 8 feet or so before we trimmed it. It just takes a while for it to really grow.