Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple

Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium'

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Overview

The Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple, Acer japonicum 'Acontifolium', enchants with deeply lobed, fern-like leaves. This petite tree offers a spectacular autumn display of crimson hues. Maturing to 8-15 feet in height with a similar spread, it thrives in partial shade to full sun, in moist, well-drained soil. A perfect understory or focal point, this slow-growing maple presents year-round appeal, with negligible maintenance for zones 5-7.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–7

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — This petite tree offers a spectacular autumn display of crimson hues

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — Maturing to 8-15 feet in height with a similar spread

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — This petite tree offers a spectacular autumn display of crimson hues

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — this slow-growing maple presents year-round appeal

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — A perfect understory or focal point

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — it thrives in partial shade to full sun

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — with negligible maintenance for zones 5-7

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 8–10 Ft.
Mature width: 8–10 Ft.

Classification

Family: Sapindaceae

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Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — The Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple, Acer japonicum 'Acontifolium', enchants with deeply lobed, fern-like

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — Maturing to 8-15 feet in height with a similar spread

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — This petite tree offers a spectacular autumn display of crimson hues

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — this slow-growing maple presents year-round appeal

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — A perfect understory or focal point

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — it thrives in partial shade to full sun

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — with negligible maintenance for zones 5-7

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — scientifically known as Acer japonicum 'Acontifolium'

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — is a captivating specimen tree renowned for its stunning foliage and graceful growth habit

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — This deciduous tree offers year-round interest in the landscape

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — the Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple can reach a height of 8 to 10 feet and spread approximately 6 to 8 feet

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — making it an exceptional choice for both aesthetic and functional purposes in your garden.<br><br>At

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — bushy canopy that provides a picturesque focal point

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — Its serrated, deeply dissected leaves mirror the delicate finery of ferns, hence its name

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — transitioning through a palette of colors; they showcase a vibrant green in spring

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — often around 3 to 6 inches across

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — providing a brilliant seasonal display.<br><br>This maple species thrives in hardiness zones 5

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — and a spectacular range of gold

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — preferring partial shade to full sun exposure and moist

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — shrub / tree for full or half

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — The Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple, Acer japonicum 'Acontifolium', enchants with deeply lobed, image 22

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — Maturing to 8-15 feet in height with a similar spread; providing a brilliant seasonal

Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple (Acer Japonicum 'Acontifolium') — This petite tree offers a spectacular autumn display of crimson hues; making it an exceptional

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