Acer japonicum |
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Fullmoon Maple |
Description
Deciduous shrub or tree from Japan. In warm climates, it needs regular moisture and part shade. 20-30 feet tall and wide. Protect from hot drying winds. Leaves are lobed and can be green, red or burgundy. Fall foliage is spectacular, changing to red, orange or yellow.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Purple, Red
Bark Color
Brown, Green, Red
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Standard, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.