Acer palmatum ‘King George Broom’
Japanese Maple - King George's Broom
A stunning, newer dwarf Japanese Maple! New spring foliage emerges a bright pinkish-red and matures dark maroon by summer with a green center. A second flush of pinkish-red foliage in the summer, creates a stunning two tone effect. Fall foliage turns bright orange and red. Grows 3-4′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Found as a witch's broom on Acer palmatum f. atropurpureum. Introduced by Ed Shinn, New Jersey.
Synonymous
Acer palmatum 'KGB'
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.
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