East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Back, middle
Shade type:
Damp
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / 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.
Acer palmatum var. dissectum is a stunning Japanese maple, grown for its fine, lace-like filgree leaves. Green in summer, these turn rich shades of yellow in autumn. The tree typically forms a gentle weeping habit, making it well-suited to growing at the edge of a pond.
For best results, grow Acer palmatum var. dissectum in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. 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.
