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Other cultivars/species: The
species A. japonicum is a fine tree as well,
reaching a height of 20 to 30 feet. Other few
cultivars of note include Acer j. ‘Aureum’,
Acer .j.
‘O-taki’ and Acer .j. ‘Vitrifolium’.
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Extra notes and interesting information:
Striking crimson
autumn color. Often regarded as the most beautiful
fall color shrubs in the Northwest.
Occasional deep
watering and feeding will help keep roots from
rising to the surface.
‘Aconitifolium’ stays
small, so it can be used as a shrub or a small tree. |
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References: Brenzel, Kathleen Norris, Ed.
2001. Sunset Western Garden Book, 7th ed. Sunset
Publishing Corporation, Menlo Park, CA.
Bean, W.J. 1976. Trees and Shrubs Hardy in the British Isles, 8th
ed. Vol. 1 A-C. St. Martin’s |
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at
a glance:
Common Name:
Fernleaf
fullmoon maple
Location: Near
the upper part of the waterfall in the groundcover garden, and
northwest of the Yao Garden gate
Plant type:
Small
deciduous tree
Family:
Aceraceae
Height/Spread:
Usually a round bush of 9 feet
or more
Leaves:
2-5 inch long leaves with 9 to 11 toothed lobes. Lobes are deeply
cut, almost to the leaf stalk
Flower:
Purple. The paired winged seeds that are produced are initially
“fuzzy”, and the wings form an almost horizontal angle.
Bloom period: Early
April before the leaves appear.
Disease/pests:
No
significant problems.
Bloom Period:
Early
April before the leaves appear
Conditions:
Full
sun or partial shade, occasional deep watering.
Natural Range:
Japan
Hardiness:
USDA
Zones 1-6 and 14-16 |
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