Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, west facing
Position in border:
Back, middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Boggy / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Acer palmatum is a deciduous, woody shrub native to parts of Asia and Russia. There are many garden-worthy cultivars available, which have been bred for their leaf shapes and colours.

There are many cultivars to choose from, suitable for a range of situations. Most of them put on a spectacular autumn display as the leaves change dramatic shade of yellow, orange and red before falling.

For best results, grow Acer palmatum in partial shade, and protect it from the harshest winds, which may cause leaf scorch.

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Acer and wildlife

Acer has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Acer poisonous?

Acer has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Acer palmatum
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