- 12 ft. 0 in. This deciduous tree produces brilliant displays of colour through the seasons. This species should not be pruned like a hedge, but instead methodically shaped by carefully choosing individual branches to remove. Small leaves with deeply divided lobes, tapering to a point, turn downwards. Light, airy, layered. Acer palmatum has been cultivated in Japan for centuries and in temperate areas around the world since the 1800s. It is native to Japan, Korea and China. Feature in pairs at a formal entrance, or … Mites may be troublesome. New foliage may scorch in full sun locations in hot summers areas, particularly if soils are not kept consistently moist. In habit, its canopy often takes on a dome-like form, especially when mature. Japanese maples are generally grown for their attractive foliage and shape. They benefit from being mulched yearly with a 2" layer of aged organic matter mulch, covering at least beyond the entire drip-line of the tree, but not allowed to touch the bark at the base of the tree. New leaves emerge pale yellow-orange. 'Peaches and Cream' ; similar to 'Aka shigitatsu sawa', 'Pink Filigree' ; finely dissected, brownish-pink leaves. It is an upright vase shaped medium growing tree that will reach about 10 feet high with a width of approximately 8 feet. 'Kagiri nishiki' ; similar to 'Butterfly' but more pinkish tones, 'Karasu gawa' ; slow-growing variegate with brilliant pink and white, 'Koto no ito' ; light green, thread-like leaves, 'Little Princess' ; a sparsely branched dwarf with irregular habit, 'Mama' ; a bushy dwarf with extremely variable foliage, 'Masu murasaki' ; a shrubby tree with purple leaves, 'Mizu kuguri' ; orange-tinted new growth and very wide habit, 'Nishiki gawa' ; pinetree-like bark desirable for bonsai, 'Nomura nishiki' ; dark purple, lace-like leaves, 'Ojishi' ; tiny dwarf, grows only a few centimetres per year. Below are a selection of our favourites, from our Nurseries in Hampshire. Some cultivars will tolerate full sun, moreso at higher latitudes and less at lower latitudes; red, purple-red, black-red, bronze, and some dark green cultivars are generally more full sun tolerant. Acer palmatum 'Ryusen' PP #18,501. Acer palmatum Figure 1. Gravetye Manor, West Sussex. In spring, it produces small purple flowers which give way to red fruits. The flowers are produced in small cymes, the individ… One of the best cultivars for bonsai. Acer Palmatum can grow up to a height of 8 metres and a width of 4 metres. Acer Palmatum Group: Matsumurae – Red A unique and spectacular foliage display throughout the growing season. It makes a beautiful small tree, and the deepest purple colouring results from a spot with more light, while the foliage will be greener in low light areas. Some cultivars can scarcely be distinguished from others unless labeled. Of all the ornamental trees, the Japanese Maples are easily my personal favourites. Grow in moist but well-drained, acid or neutral soil. Can reach 8m in height. The seeds of Acer palmatum and similar species require stratification in order to germinate. [9] The first specimen of the tree reached Britain in 1820. Acer palmatum, commonly known as Japanese maple,[3] palmate maple,[4] or smooth Japanese maple[5] (Japanese: irohamomiji, イロハモミジ, or momiji, 紅葉), is a species of woody plant native to Japan, Korea, China, eastern Mongolia, and southeast Russia. Acer palmatum can also be used as espalier. The margins shade into a brighter orange. Moderate to well-drained soil is essential as they will not survive in poorly drained waterlogged soil. The flowers are rather attractive close up, but are not particularly showy from a distance. Height: 3-8m; Foliage : deciduous; Hardiness: fully hardy; Varieties ‘Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are known for their beautiful foliage and fantastic autumn colours. 'Aratama' forms a fairly dense round shrub and will grow to 3' tall x 2' wide in 10 years. Height: 4m x Width: 4m Habit & Growth rate: Slow growing with a moderate life span. Acer palmatum commonly known as the Japanese maple is an incredibly popular ornamental choice for both domestic and commercial customers. Acer palmatum Alpenwiess is a beautiful variegate similar to Higasayama but smaller. Cultivars come in a large variety of forms including upright, broom, vase, umbrella, weeping, cascading, dwarf, shrub, and ground cover. Typically likes sun or partial shade near the coast, will need more shade inland or in warmer areas. It may have multiple trunks joining close to the ground. The Garden wouldn't be the Garden without our Members, Donors and Volunteers. Short leaf stalks.Upright growth quickly broadens. Pruning is best kept to a minimum, but if needed should be done in late fall to mid winter. Trees do not require or appreciate heavy fertilization and should only be very lightly fertilized, preferably using polymer coated slow-release fertilizer with a 3 to 1 ratio of nitrogen to phosphorus respectively, or preferably a bio-solid based fertilizer like a 6-4-0 N-P-K. High Nitrogen lawn fertilizer should be avoided in the immediate vicinity of these trees, as excessive nitrogen can cause overly vigorous growth that is not consistent with the natural form of the tree, and is prone to dieback and pathogens. Family Sapindaceae . Each palmate green leaf (2-5" long) has 5 or 7 but less frequently 9 pointed toothed lobes. Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ is a slow-growing acer, bearing deeply lobed, red-purple leaves that turn a brilliant scarlet in autumn before falling. Small reddish-purple flowers in umbels bloom in mid spring (April). Japanese maple is grown for its green or red colored leaves, interesting growth habit and … Good sun-dappled understory tree. They are a popular choice for bonsai[13] enthusiasts and have long been a subject in art. 'Shishigashira' ; a unique cultivar, notable for its growth habit similar to a puffy cloud or lion's mane, and its crinkled thick leaves. Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' (Japanese maple 'Twombly's Red Sentinel') will reach a height of 4.5m and a spread of 2.5m after 10-20 years. Acer palmatum, commonly called Japanese maple, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to 10-25' (infrequently to 40') tall. Category: Trees. Potential insect pests include aphids, scale, borers, bagworms, and root weevils. Group: Palmatum (deeply divided leaves) Height: 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m) 10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m) Spacing: 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m) Hardiness: USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F) Numerous cultivars are popular in Europe and North America, with red-leafed favored, followed by cascading green shrubs with deeply dissected leaves.[9]. The term "Japanese maple" is also sometimes used to describe other species, usually within the series Palmata, that are similar to A. palmatum and native to China, Korea or Japan, including: Given that these maples are phenotypically variable within each species, and may hybridise with one another, distinguishing between them may be a matter of gradient speciation. Overall form of the tree can vary from upright to weeping.[9]. If space is not a constraint, no pruning is necessary except to remove any dead branches. It is native to Japan, Korea and China. The form of the tree, especially without leaves in winter, can be of great interest and can be pruned to highlight this feature. Acer palmatum, commonly called Japanese maple, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to 10-25' (infrequently to 40') tall. 'Skeeter's Broom' ; derived from a 'Bloodgood' witch's broom, 'Tamukeyama' ; finely dissected, dark purple, cascading habit, 'Tsuma gaki' ; yellow leaves with reddish-purple borders, 'Yuba e' ; upright tree with scarlet variegation, This page was last edited on 30 November 2020, at 14:01. Acer palmatum can vary in height and size a little because they are grown from seed but in all cases it is a lovely small tree and very popular. 'Shikage ori nishiki' ; vase-shaped shrub with dull purple foliage. It is well suited to growing in small gardens, and may also be grown in a large pot. 'Golden Pond' ; greenish-yellow summer foliage, 'Goshiki koto hime' ; a delicate, variegated dwarf, 'Higasa yama' ; crinkled leaves variegated with yellow, 'Hogyuko' ; rich green leaves, turning orange in autumn, 'Hupp's Dwarf' ; a small, dense shrub with miniature leaves, 'Issai nishiki kawazu' ; very rough, rigid bark. Of course this inventory contains only tree records as far as they are registered on this site. It will then age to green leaves with pink margins during the summer. Acer Palmatum - 'Fireglow' Fireglow is an impressive, vigorous, reliable tree that burns fire-red. They have a five lobed leaf and light green spring foliage usually turning deep orange and crimson in autumn. Cold hardy and does well in containers and has good fall color. Plant Category: Shade & Flowering Trees. Often used in bonsai. Heights of mature specimens range from 0.5 to 25 m (1 1⁄2 to 82 ft), depending on type. Site in locations protected from strong winds. The Acer palmatum has a rounded vase habit that tends to be symmetrical. Trees with multiple trunks are excluded. In their natural habitat they grow in the understory; most cultivars prefer part shade, especially in hotter climates, but they will also grow in heavy shade. Genus Acer can be deciduous trees or large shrubs with paired, often palmately-lobed leaves and small flowers followed by characteristic winged fruits. Acer palmatum Pixie is like a miniature version of the Japanese maple Bloodgood. 'Jerre Schwartz' ; dwarf variety, toothed, deeply lobed, mid-dark green leaves, flushed pink and then bronze-green in spring, turning red in autumn. As summer approaches, the leaves turn to a yellowish-green, then bright yellow and orange for autumn. Cultivars (often grafted) are quite variable.Genus name is the Latin name for a maple tree.Specific epithet is in reference to the palmate nature of the leaves. Potential disease problems include stem canker, leaf spots, fusarium, verticillium wilt, botrytis, anthracnose and root rots. 'Shaina' ; a dwarf sport from 'Bloodgood'. Woodland garden margins. Grows well in sandy loams. The flowers are produced in small cymes, the individual flowers with five red or purple sepals and five whitish petals. Spring or summer pruning often results in significant bleeding. They have insignificant small red flowers in spring. Foliage: Acer palmatum display dark green or red, five lobed leaves which change to various shades of gold and red in autumn. Most cultivars are less vigorous and smaller than is typical for the species, but are more interesting than the relatively mundane species. Trees naturally self-prune foliage that doesn't receive enough light, such as internal branches which are overly shaded by its own canopy. Many have fine autumn colour, and some have ornamental stems 1). Best grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. The leaves are 4–12 cm (1 ⁄2–4 ⁄4 in) long and wide, palmately lobed with five, seven, or nine acutely pointed lobes. A delightful form, with striking spring growth. Exposure: Sun. Spectacular variegated leaves are white, pink, and green with color perhaps stronger than Higasayama. Fall color includes shades of yellow, red-purple and bronze. The spring leaves are a very bright pink-red with occasional small blotches of dark and light green, gradually becoming light pink and faintly tinged light green by mid June. Some cultivars are not in cultivation in the Western world or have been lost over the generations, but many new cultivars are developed each decade. Add to Cart Favourite Add to Collection Compare Print Download Email Share Tweet Many cultivars have characteristics that come into prominence during different seasons, including the color of new or mature leaves, extraordinary autumn color, color and shape of samaras, or even bark that becomes more brightly colored during the winter. & van Gelderen, D.M. Architectural, City, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Foliage only, Low Maintenance, Rock. Regarded as one of the best purple-leaved Japanese Maples, award-winning Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' is a large deciduous shrub or small rounded tree of great beauty in all seasons. It is native to Japan, Korea and China. Many of these are sold under the same name as the cultivars, or even propagated by grafting, so there is often much ambiguity in distinguishing them. Acer palmatum 'Aratama' is dwarf maple with tiny leaves that emerge purple red in the spring. Acer palmatum ‘Shindeshojo’ is a compact, bushy maple.Leaves open red and become green speckled with white, before turning red-orange in autumn. Stunning when featured as an espalier, or trained to grow up and cascade over an arbor or arch. In habit, its canopy often takes on a dome-like form, especially when mature. [9] The leaves are 4–12 cm (1 1⁄2–4 3⁄4 in) long and wide, palmately lobed with five, seven, or nine acutely pointed lobes. Image Ron Kemeny. .mw-parser-output span.smallcaps{font-variant:small-caps}.mw-parser-output span.smallcaps-smaller{font-size:85%}agm indicates the cultivar has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Japanese Maple1 Edward F. Gilman and Dennis G. Watson2 INTRODUCTION Japanese maple has a height and spread of about 20 feet, but there are much smaller selections available (Fig. While attractive close up, the flowers are however not particularly showy from a distance. A natural vase shape, tall but still small enough to use in many smaller gardens. [15] Trees are prone to die during periods of drought and prefer consistent water conditions; more established trees are less prone to drought. Acer palmatum is a deciduous shrub or small tree reaching heights of 6 to 10 m (20 to 33 ft), rarely 16 metres (52 ft), reaching a mature width of 15–35 feet, often growing as an understory plant in shady woodlands. Acer palmatum 'Taylor' Height: 6 - 8 feet (1.8 - 2.4m) Width: 4 - 6 feet (1.2 - 1.8m) Hardiness:-29°C (-20°F) USDA Zone: 5b; Light: Partial Shade; Acer palmatum 'Taylor' is a stunning Japanese maple with pretty pink leaves in the spring. Technical information. 'Shin deshojo' ; an improved selection of the 'coralinum' type ssp. [11] He gave it the species name palmatum after the hand-like shape of its leaves, similar to the centuries-old Japanese names kaede and momiji, references to the 'hands' of frogs[12] and babies,[citation needed] respectively. 'Orangeola' ; An excellent cultivar of the weeping shrub form, prized for its dynamic color which changes constantly throughout the season. Screen. How to grow Acer palmatum ‘Shirazz’ This is maple with a moderate growth rate, it will reach to around 5 metres in height over time with similar spread. Home › Find Plants › Acer palmatum 'Elizabeth' Plant Details. Train to desired height or let it weep over a wall. May be grown in full sun in the northern parts of its growing range, but prefers some part afternoon shade in the southern parts (including St. Louis) of its growing range. Many different cultivars with delicate lace-like foliage are sold under names such as ‘Dissectum’, ‘Filigree’ and ‘Laceleaf’.[9]. The fruit is a pair of winged samaras, each samara 2–3 cm (3⁄4–1 1⁄4 in) long with a 6–8 mm (1⁄4–5⁄16 in) seed. While attractive close up, the flowers are however not particularly showy from a distance. Fall brings on orange, red and yellow to the leaves. 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2017-3.RLTS.T193845A2285627.en, "History of Japanese Maples and Value as a Landscaping Tree", Maple Forum at the UBC Botanical Garden - The defacto place where Japanese Maple Enthusiasts share their interest, photo of herbarium specimen at Missouri Botanical Garden, collected in Japan, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Acer_palmatum&oldid=991518903, Articles containing Japanese-language text, Articles with unsourced statements from November 2010, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, 'Aka shigitatsu sawa'; pinkish-white leaves with green veins, 'Ao ba jo'; a dwarf with bronze-green summer foliage. Almost all are adaptable and blend well with companion plants. Trees heal readily after pruning without needing aftercare. [9] [6] Many different cultivars of this maple have been selected and they are grown worldwide for their large variety of attractive forms, leaf shapes, and spectacular colors. Many varieties of Acer palmatum are successfully grown in containers. Synonyms Acer palmatum 'Seiryû' . It has arching branches. Acer Palmatum Group: Dissectum – Red. Variegated white, cream, yellow, yellow-orange or light green cultivars mostly require shade protection. Acer palmatum, commonly called Japanese maple, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to 10-25' (infrequently to 40') tall. Many have fine autumn colour, and some have ornamental stems. 'Dissectum' ; lace-like leaves, drooping habit. When Swedish doctor-botanist Carl Peter Thunberg traveled in Japan late in the eighteenth century, he produced drawings of a small tree that would eventually become synonymous with the high art of oriental gardens. The multiple trunks are muscular-looking, picturesque, grey, and show nicely when lit up at night. This acer can be deciduous trees or large shrubs with paired, often palmately-lobed leaves and small flowers followed by characteristic winged fruits. Some growers prefer to shape their trees artistically or to thin out interior branches to better expose the graceful main branches. Each leaf has several lobes (typically 5–7) that all originate from one point looking like an open hand with outstretched fingers. Suggested uses. [9] In particular, a number of dark-red Acer palmatum are sold with the names ‘Atropurpureum’ and ‘Bloodgood’. Pixie is a very nice dwarf maple that has bright red leaves in spring gradually changing to deep red throughout the summer and then bright scarlet in autumn - very similar to Bloodgood. General plant form is rounded to broad-rounded, often with low branching. More information about the Japanese maple (Acer palmatum). SKU. In spring, it produces small purple flowers which give way to red fruits. Pixie can handle a lot of sun but give afternoon shade in real hot climates. - 10 ft. 0 in. General plant form is rounded to broad-rounded, often with low branching. Acer palmatum and Acer japonicum. Under cultivation the tree normally attains a height of 5 m (15 ft) but in its natural environment it reaches 8 m (27 ft). palmatum cultivars, with a small overall size, small leaves, and a vibrant red spring coloration different from most other red cultivars. Acer Palmatum Taylor. 'Red Dragon' ; One of the finest of the lace-leaf weeping umbrella-shaped forms. Samaras ripen in September-October. Each palmate green leaf (2-5" long) has 5 or 7 but less frequently 9 pointed toothed lobes. Girth records In this table of girth records worldwide only girth measurements made at a height between 1.30 m and 1.50 m are listed. Similar to 'Crimson Queen', but smaller overall size and with better red color retention into the summer heat. Although it is vigorous, it does not become as tall and widespread as 'Bloodgood' thus making it an excellent garden or container plant. They can also be pruned just to maintain a smaller size to suit a particular location. Twombly’s Red Sentinel Japanese Maple. Acer palmatum 'Elizabeth' Elizabeth Japanese Maple Zone: 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b. Acer palmatum includes thousands of named cultivars with a variety of forms, colors, leaf types, sizes, and preferred growing conditions. A selection of notable or popular cultivars, with brief notes about characteristics that apply during at least one season, includes the following. Chlorosis may occur in high pH soils. Foliage tends to leaf out early in spring and is subject to damage from late spring frosts. van Gelderen, C.J. The trees are particularly suitable for borders and ornamental paths because the root systems are compact and not invasive. 40044. Noted for its outstanding color and vigor, award-winning Acer palmatum 'Garnet' is a medium-sized deciduous shrub with large, deeply cut, dissected leaves of great beauty. Pixie will grow to about 6 -7' high and about 6-7' wide. Acer palmatum - Japanese Maple Typically small growing deciduous tree with a delicate form. General plant form is rounded to broad-rounded, often with low branching. Particularly Resistant To (Insects/Diseases/Other Problems): Sandy loam soil Dimensions: Height: 8 ft. 0 in. Japanese maple has a height and spread of about 20 feet, but there are much smaller selections available. In commercial propagation, A. palmatum is often used as rootstock for many of these other species. Even the new growth displays the linearlobum type leaf form. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. 'Atropurpureum' ; wine-red, including new branches (see 'Dissectum Atropurpureum'); original cultivar lost and diluted by use of the name to market seedlings of a similar look. Each palmate green leaf (2-5" long) has 5 or 7 but less frequently 9 pointed toothed lobes. (1999). Leaves will age to green in the summer providing a two tone appearance of greens and burgundy. The multiple trunks are muscular-looking, picturesque, grey and show nicely when lit up at night. Japanese Maples are best to grow in hardiness zones 5-8. Preparations from the branches and leaves are used as a treatment in traditional Chinese medicine.[14]. [9], "Momiji" redirects here. Acer Palmatum Inaba-Shidare. Most cultivars are artificially selected from seedlings of open-pollinated plants, purposeful breeding is not common, and less often from grafts of witch's brooms. Bonsai. 'Emperor 1' ; One of the best red amoenums, similar to 'Bloodgood', but slightly smaller size, holds a deep red color even in shade and summer heat. Fine, lacy foliage is a nice contrast with more substantial-leafed perennials and shrubs. Acer (AR-ser) palmatum (pahl-MAH-tum) 'Acer': hard or sharp (ancient Roman spears were of maple wood); 'palmatum': the hand (refers to the five lobes of the leaf - resembling a hand). Over 1,000 cultivars have been chosen for particular characteristics, which are propagated by asexual reproduction most often by grafting, but some cultivars can also be propagated by budding, cuttings, tissue culture, or layering. Acer palmatum 'Aureum' - the England Country Champion for girth 1.43 m at 0.7 m and height 8.5 m in August 2017. Fertilize in spring before leaves emerge. Width: 10 ft. 0 in. Middle-aged Japanese Maple. 'Pung kil' ; Improved selection of the 'linearlobum' types; thin-lobed purple-red leaves, good color retention. Other common names Japanese maple 'Seiryu' . In Japan, iromomiji is used as an accent tree in Japanese gardens, providing gentle shade next to the house in the summer and beautiful colors in autumn. [9][10], Even in nature, Acer palmatum displays considerable genetic variation, with seedlings from the same parent tree typically showing differences in such traits as leaf size, shape, and color. Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ is a vigorous, upright, red tree that develops an unusually columnar habit allowing it to fit into a smaller space than forms with broad canopies.Leaves maintain their dramatic red color all season long, and after they drop, the branches continue the colorful display. There is a wide range of Acer palmatum varieties available, ranging from a little over a metre in height to more than six metres high. Adult Imperial Moths do not feed. Gravetye Manor, West Sussex. Size and leaf color varies depending on variety. [7], Acer palmatum is a deciduous shrub or small tree reaching heights of 6 to 10 m (20 to 33 ft), rarely 16 metres (52 ft), reaching a mature width of 4.5 to 10 metres (15 to 33 ft),[8] often growing as an understory plant in shady woodlands. Description. In addition to the cultivars described above, a number of cultivar groups have been naturally selected over time to such an extent that seedlings often resemble the parent. Members of the genus Acer support Imperial Moth (Eacles imperialis) larvae which have one brood per season and appear from April-October in the south. Avoid hot and dry sites. Plant database entry for Cutleaf Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Orangeola') with 19 images, one comment, ... At the height of the summer heat, some of the leaves will turn tan and dry up, but the tree quickly recovers when conditions are less harsh. 'Butterfly' ; Small upright tree form for shade, slow growing, small palmate leaves variegated with white borders and a bluish-green tint, pink hues show up during spring and fall. [9] Cultivars are chosen for phenotypical aspects such as leaf shape and size (shallowly to deeply lobed, some also palmately compound), leaf color (ranging from chartreuse through dark green or from orange to red, to dark purple, others variegated with various patterns of white and pink), bark texture and color, and growth pattern. Cultivation. 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