Trident maple

Trident maple is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Trident maple →

Common Trident maple Problems →

Trident maple prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Trident maple Water Frequency →

Trident maple Root Rot →

Trident maple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Trident maple Light Requirements →

Trident maple Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Trident maple Toxicity to Cats →

Trident maple Toxicity to Dogs →

Trident maple Toxicity to Humans →

Trident maple is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Trident maple →

When and How to Successfully Repot Trident maple →

Trident maple grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Trident maple →

Trident maple grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Trident maple →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Trident maple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Trident maple Temperature Tolerance →

The seeds of Trident maple can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Trident maple →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Trident maple →
• Drooping Trident maple Leaves →
• Trident maple Dropping Leaves →
• Trident maple Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Trident maple →
• Brown Spots on Trident maple →
• Trident maple Leaves Falling Over →
• Trident maple Leaves Curling →
• Trident maple Yellow Leaves →
• Trident maple Root Rot →