Species: Acer palmatum
(ay'ser pal-may'tum)
Japanese Maple
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
None Listed
Cultivars
This is a species with more than 200 cultivars, the following are a selection of the more readily available varieties.
'Atropurpureum', 'Bloodgood', 'Burgundy Lace', 'Butterfly', 'Crimson Queen', 'Dissectum', 'Katsura', 'Osakazuki', 'Sango-kaku', 'Seiryu'Ornamental Characteristics
Tree < 30 feet
15' - 25' (equal or greater spread)
Deciduous
single stem tree or multi-stem shrub; round to broad-rounded; branches often form architectural layered effect
ideal site is dappled shade; young foliage susceptible to drying in full sun and strong wind; plant in protected site
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun, Part shade, Shade
5b
Can tolerate acid to neutral soil (pH 5.0 to 7.4)
handsome palmate medium green foliage turns red in autumn; foliage color varies in cultivars
Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
relatively trouble-free; needs little maintenance; possible botrytis and canker problems
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
Native to Japan
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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Moisture Tolerance
