Botanical Name: Acer palmatum
Common Name: Japanese maple Type of Plant: dicot: tree/shrub Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape irregular, multi-trunked plant, tending to be shrubby when young; eventually develops into small tree with loose rounded canopy; grafted forms vary in foliage patterns and growth Height 10-20'(30') Spread 2/3 to equal Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure outdoor partial sun (full sun in NW), avoid hot full-sun locations Soil an acidic, moist, well-draining loam; avoid dry soils Hardiness hardy (zones 1-9, 14-24); prefers mild humid/coast Morphology: Leaves palmate, opposite, deeply 5-9 lobed; 2-4" long, bright green, the petioles are 1/2-2" long Flowers inconspicuous, purple corymbs; erect, appearing afterthe leaves; March-April Fruit a 2-winged samara: 3/4" long, glabrous (lacking hairs) Propagation: seed (for particular varieties, follow with grafting) Usage: a beautiful small accent tree prized for picturesque form and foliage; excellent for patios, bonsai, groves; used for rustic, oriental or temperate-climate landscape themes Landscape Care: Watering regular irrigation required; not drought tolerant Fertilizing balanced in spring; add iron to correct chlorosis Pruning prune to shape desired; irregular trunk shape (picturesque) Pests/Diseases salt burn in heavy clay soils Special Conditions/Other Origin: Japan Family: Aceraceae Notes: |
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