Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple Tree)
Color Name: Viridis
There are plenty of red dissected leafed Maples out there but 'Viridis' with its bright, light to medium green foliage may be the showiest of all the dissected leafed Maples. Leaves unfold in April with a delicate, thread-like look that belies the aggressive growth this plant maintains. This foliage gives the spreading, flowing form of this plant a frilly texture, lending to its appeal as a great specimen. Fall foliage color is outstanding as the green turns into bright, brassy yellow-orange shades that are traffic stopping.
Growing Tips: Japanese maples are relatively adaptable in terms of growing conditions. In cold or exposed sites, they should be sited where they get some protection from the harshest winter weather.
Soil: Any well-drained soil will do.
Pruning: Little needed. May be selectively pruned to shape as needed, but avoid regular trimming or pruning.
Uses: Specimen, containers, flower gardens
Photo courtesy of Prides Corners Farms.
There are plenty of red dissected leafed Maples out there but 'Viridis' with its bright, light to medium green foliage may be the showiest of all the dissected leafed Maples. Leaves unfold in April with a delicate, thread-like look that belies the aggressive growth this plant maintains. This foliage gives the spreading, flowing form of this plant a frilly texture, lending to its appeal as a great specimen. Fall foliage color is outstanding as the green turns into bright, brassy yellow-orange shades that are traffic stopping.
Growing Tips: Japanese maples are relatively adaptable in terms of growing conditions. In cold or exposed sites, they should be sited where they get some protection from the harshest winter weather.
Soil: Any well-drained soil will do.
Pruning: Little needed. May be selectively pruned to shape as needed, but avoid regular trimming or pruning.
Uses: Specimen, containers, flower gardens
Photo courtesy of Prides Corners Farms.
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Flower Color: Grown for Foliage Foliage Color: Chartreuse Shades
Height: 8 to 12 Feet Spread: 10 to 14 Feet Hardy in Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8 |
Blooms:
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
Fall Interest Easy to Grow Disease Resistant Colorful Foliage Border Landscapes Specimen Plant
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