BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

Available Autumn / Winter 2012 - An unusual and attractive species of maple native to Japan with green, five lobed leaves in summer which turn vivid orange and red in the autumn. Initially growing as a large shrub, it will eventually become a small, branching garden tree.

Acer micranthum is a very striking garden plant and an excellent choice for glorious autumn colour!

Supplied Size: sold out

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, slightly acid soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Acer micranthum eventually grows to be a small branching tree.
  • Height: 5 m (16 ft) / [up to 3 m (10 ft) after 10 years]
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft) / [up to 2 m (6 ft) after 10 years]