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Fullmoon Maple

Acer Japonicum

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Overview

The Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum) is a captivating small deciduous tree, reaching up to 20-30 ft. tall with a similar spread. Its defining feature is the large, rounded leaves resembling a full moon, which burst into shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn. Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun. Its slow growth and elegant structure make it an exquisite specimen for focal points in gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–7Type Shrub, Tree
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun

Culture

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

Shape & size

Mature height
20–30 Ft.
Mature width
20–30 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Sapindaceae

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Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — tall with a similar spread; the Fullmoon Maple typically reaches a mature height of 15 to 25 feet and spans 10 to, image 50
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — Its slow growth and elegant structure make it an exquisite specimen for focal points in gardens; this maple variety prefers
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — The Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum) is a captivating small deciduous tree, reaching up to 20-30 ft; which burst, image 49
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — The Fullmoon Maple typically reaches a mature height of 15 to 25 feet and spans 10 to 15 feet in width; tall with a similar
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — from deep green to intense hues of crimson and gold; promising delight to clients with its serene beauty and minimal
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — rounded leaves resembling a full moon
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — promising delight to clients with its serene beauty and minimal maintenance needs; from deep green to intense hues of crimson
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — showing moderate tolerance to wind and urban pollution.<br><br>With its relatively slow growth rate
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — promising delight to clients with its serene beauty and minimal maintenance needs
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — enhancing its visual charm
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — though it can tolerate slight shade.<br><br>During the spring; showing moderate tolerance to wind and urban
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — shrub / tree for full or half; the Acer japonicum offers year-round interest
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun; this species is renowned for its unique
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — this maple variety prefers well-drained
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — The Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum) is a captivating small deciduous tree, reaching up to 20-30 ft
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — rounded leaves resembling a full moon; inconspicuous flowers that give way to the samaras or "helicopter" seeds, image 51
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — wide-rounded leaves which resemble the shape of a full moon; which can be as large as 3 to 6 inches in width
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — Its slow growth and elegant structure make it an exquisite specimen for focal points in gardens; this maple, image 54
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — enhancing its visual charm; this tree is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 7
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — rounded leaves resembling a full moon; inconspicuous flowers that give way to the samaras or "helicopter" seeds typical of
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — shrub / tree for full or half
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — inconspicuous flowers that give way to the samaras or "helicopter" seeds typical of maples; rounded leaves resembling a full
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — which burst into shades of red
Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — from deep green to intense hues of crimson and gold
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