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 5–7

Fullmoon Maple (Acer Japonicum) — The Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum) is a captivating small deciduous tree, reaching up to 20-30 ft

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

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) — 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) — which burst into shades of red; the Fullmoon Maple (Acer japonicum) is a captivating small deciduous tree, image 52

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) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade to full sun; this species is renowned for its unique, image 53

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) — is a captivating ornamental tree that brings a graceful presence to any landscape; the Fullmoon Maple infuses, image 55

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