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Acer palmatum

Japanese Maple

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Information by:         Photographer: Normans/Syrek/Connon

 

Description

This magnificient plant can used as a small tree or shrub. It is deciduous with graceful leaves which have a scarlet color in spring as it leafs out. Leaves later turn orange or yellow in fall. It is slow growing to 20', and requires shelter from the hot sun. The leaves of this tree are small, light green in color, and deeply lobed. It should also be noted that this tree remains spectacular throughout all seasons. It can be used as a bonsai plant.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Dark Green, Light Green, Yellow Green, Orange, Red, Yellow, Variegated

Bark Color

Brown, Green, Grey, Tan

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Water Garden, Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.