Growth Rate: Fast to Moderate

Plant Type: Small deciduous tree

Native Range: China, Japan and Korea

Bloom Time: April

Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade

Fall Color: Yellow, Orange, Red or Purple

Drought Tolerance: Low

Water: Medium

Maintenance: Low

Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Grows well in sandy loams. May be grown in full sun in the northern parts of its growing range, but prefers some part afternoon shade in the southern parts of its growing range. New foliage may scorch in full sun locations in hot summers areas, particularly if soils are not kept consistently moist. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keeps roots cool. Avoid hot and dry sites. Site in locations protected from strong winds.

Culture: Can be grown as single or multi-stemmed small tree. Pruning is best kept to a minimum, but if needed should be done in late fall to mid-winter.

Sowing Acer palmatum Seeds:

Japanese Maple seeds possess a thick, impermeable seed-coat which prevents or significantly retards germination.

For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.

Scarify: Pour Hot water over seed. Soak in water for 24 hours.

Stratify: Cold 90-120 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium.

Germination: Sow 1/4” Deep.