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Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum

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Overview

Acer palmatum, known as Japanese Maple, is valued for its graceful habit, autumn hues, and fine-cut leaves. Mature specimens reach 10-25 feet high with a similar spread. Preferring partial shade, well-drained acidic soil, this specimen offers striking focal interest or soft background contrast. Zones 5-8 optimize growth, with cold-hardiness of 20°F to -5°F. Moderate growth rate suggests minimal pruning. Picturesque in quiet woodland settings or as a garden centerpiece.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Acer palmatum, known as Japanese Maple, is valued for its graceful habit, autumn hues, and fine-cut leaves

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
10–25 Ft.
Mature width
10–25 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Regular watering during dry periods will help maintain its health and beauty
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — tree for full or half or shade
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Acer palmatum, known as Japanese Maple, is valued for its graceful habit, autumn hues, and fine-cut leaves; zones 5-8 optimize
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Mature specimens reach 10-25 feet high with a similar spread; a slow to moderate grower
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — this specimen offers striking focal interest or soft background contrast; preferring well-draining soil and partial to full
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Zones 5-8 optimize growth, with cold-hardiness of 20°F to -5°F; making it a cherished element in the landscape for
Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum) — Moderate growth rate suggests minimal pruning; picturesque in quiet woodland settings or as a garden centerpiece

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