Uncommon Thread™ Japanese Maple (Acer)
Shrub
- Japanese maple with green leaves in spring & red in fall.
- Fast-growing, grown on its own roots!
- Low-maintenance shrub grows in a tree-like habit.
- Zones 5-9, sun to part sun, 10-15' tall x 10-12’ wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Patent #: PPAF; CBRAF
Common name: Japanese maple
Zone: 5-9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun) to part sun (4-6 hours sun) to shade (<4 hours sun).
Height x width: 10-15′ tall x 10-12′ wide
Foliage color: Green, orange, red
Season of interest: Spring through fall
Features: Rare & unusual, Proven Winners, low flammability, fall interest, low maintenance
Uses: Specimen, landscaping, container, foliage garden, formal garden
How to Grow
Light: Grows best in full sun (6+ hrs/day) to part shade (4-6 hours/day). Can tolerate full shade (<4 hours/day) in warmer climates.
Water: Moderate moisture
Spacing: 3 - 10 feet apart.
Fertilizing: If desired, apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Winterizing: A 2-3″ layer of shredded mulch is recommended. In colder areas, site away from strong winds. Consider wrapping with burlap in zones 5 and 6 for extra protection.
Maintenance & pruning: Avoid pruning unless you'd like to shape it in springtime.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.