Acer palmatum
Japanese Maple
Features
- Soft spring leaves emerge to bright green foliage.
- Bright red autumn colours.
Uses
- Specimen tree in lawn.
- Shade tree, ideal around patio areas.
- Park settings
Growing Conditions
- Tolerant of a wide range of soils from good to infertile.
- Moderately wind hardy.
- Copes with drought once established but prefers moist soil.
- Prefers light dappled shade but will also grow in full sun.
Height | Width | |
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5 year old tree | 3.0m | 2.0m |
10 year old tree | 5-6.0m | 4.0m |
Country of Origin: Japan |