Trees & Shrubs » Acer (Maple) 56 items found. Click on photo/text link for more information on any product.
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Acer (Maple) We grow both species and Japanese maples. They are highly adaptable to a wide variety of growing conditions, and fairly simple to grow. They can be grown in most types of soils ranging from neutral to acid. They can adapt to a heavy soil if not planted too deeply. The most important thing is that they never dry out. The use of a hydrophilic gel (such as Soil-moistTM or TerrasorbTM) when planting can help in maintaining soil moisture levels.
Another limiting factor in Japanese maple culture is soil temperature. The roots of the plants can be killed if the soil in which they are growing drops too low. In colder climates this can be prevented by applying an organic mulch after the ground freezes. In areas where winter temperatures drop below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, Japanese maples grown in containers should be over-wintered in a cold frame or other unheated structure. All of the varieties that we grow are suitable for Zones 5 through 8. In warmer climates, more care and shade is necessary.
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ACER palmatum 'Sumi nagashi' (C) One of the best dark purple-leaf types for the garden, quickly growing to about 15 feet. Fall color is crimson. more info
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ACER palmatum 'Tamuke yama' 'Tamuke yama' has new foliage is a deep crimson-red but soon changes to dark purple red and holds this color very well until turning scarlet in fall. more info
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ACER palmatum 'Trompenburg' (C8) A small upright selection which may reach 20 feet in time. It is noteworthy for its glossy dark purple-red colored leaves. Fall color is crimson. more info
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ACER palmatum 'Tsukasa Silhouette'
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ACER palmatum 'Ukigumo' (C8) The translation of the name of this maple is 'Floating Cloud,' which is appropriate if you think of early morning fluffy pink clouds; grows slowly to 8 feet. more info
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ACER palmatum 'Villa Taranto' (C8) This lovely small tree will mature at about 10 - 12 feet. In a sunny location the leaves emerge orange-red turning green with a hint of purple. more info
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ACER palmatum 'Waterfall' (C8) Drooping leaf tips enhance the cascading effect of this plant. Deeply dissected, large bright green leaves make it a good choice for a prime location in the garden. more info
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ACER pensylvanicum Leaves are 5-7 inches long and shaped like a duck's foot, turning brilliant yellow in autumn. This is the only American striped bark maple. more info
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ACER shirasawanum 'Aureum' (C8) The leaves in spring are a nice yellow-green and in summer turn all yellow. In the fall they show spectacular colors varying from yellow to orange to a deep red, all on the same leaf. more info
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ACER shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon' (C8) Warm tones of red and orange paint the leaves of this small tree as fall's nip gives it its name, but this maple is no slouch in summer either. Best grown under a high canopy, its yellow green leaves shimmer in the summer sun. more info
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ACER shirasawanum 'Palmatifolium' (C8) A beautiful shrub-like tree growing to 30 feet tall and wide, which displays outstanding autumn color. Each leaf can contain blends of orange, yellow and crimson. more info
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