Fernleaf Full-Moon Maple

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

Pronunciation: AY-ser juh-PON-ih-kum a-kon-eye-tee-FOH-lee-um
SKU #00052
5-7

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Graceful, rounded, small tree with spectacular, deeply cut, dark green leaves that turn a rich ruby-crimson color in autumn. Thrives in climates with moderate to cool summers. An outstanding understory accent for a woodland garden or any dappled shade setting, especially effective in fall. Deciduous.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE: Slowly reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall, 15 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-7

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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fall Color
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitRounded
Landscape UseContainer, Privacy Screen
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Astilbe (Astilbe); Rhododendron (Rhododendron)
Care InstructionsProvide average, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures in extremely hot climates. Mulch to keep root surface cool. Water deeply, regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fall Color
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitRounded
Style
Landscape UseContainer, Privacy Screen
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Astilbe (Astilbe); Rhododendron (Rhododendron)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide average, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures in extremely hot climates. Mulch to keep root surface cool. Water deeply, regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

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