California Boxelder Maple
About California Boxelder Maple
California Boxelder Maple is a relatively rare houseplant šæ that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
California Boxelder Maple likes soil that is good at retaining moisture. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
California Boxelder Maple belongs to the Acer genus, and is native to the Central and North America.
Taxonomy
Acer negundo
Acer
Sapindaceae
Sapindales
Also known as
Arizona boxelder, Boxelder maple, Box elder, Ash-leaved maple, Maple ash, Manitoba maple, Elf maple and Ashleaf maple
How to care for California Boxelder Maple
Water
How often to water your California Boxelder Maple
every 9
California Boxelder Maple needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for California Boxelder Maple in your home
a window
California Boxelder Maple love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
California Boxelder Maple does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Boxelder Maple in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize California Boxelder Maple
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your California Boxelder Maple after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
California Boxelder Maple is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
California Boxelder 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.
Sunlight Needs
California Boxelder Maple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
California Boxelder 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.
Fertilizer
California Boxelder Maple grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
California Boxelder Maple grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
California Boxelder Maple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for California Boxelder Maple
California Boxelder Maple
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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