Little Maple tree. Do they need special soil?

[Starbear]

I've brought a tiny maple tree in a pot I want to re pot it. What type of soil do I need? Any other tip please?

It would probably prefer an ericaceous compost. I potted one on a few years back and I've got a vague feeling (sorry - not very helpful) that I added a bit of grit and probably didn't add extra fertiliser. I also prefer to use soil based composts (john innes style) for containers as I find they don't blow over so much and don't get so dry so fast.

Is it a japanese mapel? Lots of them are gorgeous - I hope it does well for you

As tangle says, ericacious (acidic soil, I think?) - the same as for rhododendrons (most garden centres have it). Other than that, keep it out of too much wind and don't let it go dry (obviously).

Oh! Thank you I knew it need something different but couldn't remember what