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I wouldn't worry too much about bugs at this time of year. As the temperatures drop, so do the bug populations.

I do see two things you can easily do to this maple to improve it's chances. Remove the dead leaves on top of the soil, they don't improve the drainage any, and maple want lots of drainage. Fallen leaves also provide shelter for unwelcome houseguests.

I also see that the pot is standing directly on the ground, which also means that excess water can't run off properly, because the holes at the bottom are blocked. Place it on two small pieces of wood I'd say.

Repotting is iffy this time of year. I don't quite know how cold you expect it to become over the next two month, but new roots that haven't had the time to get lignified (that means woody), can't tolerate freezing temperatures.

Given the size of the pot and the size of the plant, repotting simply to go for a larger size pot isn't really indicated. That can wait until spring.

If you can put the pot under a porch or an overhang were it has the chance to dry out once in a while it should be o.k. I don't think the lack of fall color is anything much to worry about.

Hope this helps...

Stefan

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