I currently live in hong kong, the weather has been getting significantly cooler by the day and windy. I notice my maple has its leaves turned red recently but some of them after turning had either shrivelled or started to curl on the tips. I havent but the tree in harsh direct sunlight. I do notice healthy leaves are starting to drop easily as well. I have been watering once every 1-2 days. Im wondering if its normal for leaves the shrivel up/ dry before falling as its preparing for dormancy. Would it help for me to help defoliate it?
Thank you
Thank you