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Acer palmatum

Japanese Maple

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Syrek/Connon

 

Description

This magnificent 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. They turn orange or yellow in fall. It is slow growing to 20', and requires shelter from hot winds. The leaves of this tree are small, light green in color, and deply lobed. It should also be noted that the tree remains spectacular throughout all seasons. Second picture by Steve Mullany.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Green, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

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

Bark Color

Brown, Green, Grey, Red, Striped, Tan

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.