
Acer palmatum ‘Elegans’
Japanese Maple - Elegans
This seemingly subtle Japanese Maple creates a fall explosion of colour! Medium to large leaves emerge yellowish-green in spring and mature to a deeper green by summer. During fall, the foliage lights up with bright orange and red colourations! Grows 6′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown.
Synonymous
Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Elegans', Acer palmatum 'Pinnatum', Acer palmatum 'Septemlobum Elegans'
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done during winter up until early August.
Group: Matsumurae

