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Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'
Fernleaf Full Moon Maple
- » Superb foliage
- » Purplish red blooms
- » Great fall color
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:5-9
- Height:8-10 ft
- Spread:8-10 ft
- Bloom Color: Green Shades, Orange Shades
This compact, mounded maple adds beauty through every season. Delicate, fern-like green foliage emerges in spring and transforms to vibrant crimson-red in fall. Small reddish flowers appear before the leaves, followed by attractive winged seeds that ripen in late summer. Its graceful form and outstanding fall color make it an excellent specimen for smaller landscapes.
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Foliage Color
| • | Chartreuse |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Low Maintenance |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'
Thrives in partial shade. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Little pruning needed to maintain shape and form but any pruning should be done in late winter.