Acer palmatum
JAPANESE MAPLE
Sapindaceae-Aceraceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: heavy frost
6m
Plant habit
 
6m

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Pruning: Allow multiple trunks which are well-spaced to develop.

 
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Acer palmatum
JAPANESE MAPLE
Sapindaceae-Aceraceae

 

  Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 6-10

Sunlight: warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: heavy frost
6m
Plant habit
 
6m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Leaves: mid green; light green new leaves; yellow or red in autumn


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits oriental, formal & cottage designs

Uses: accents, bonsai, street tree, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: deer resistant






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