Acer palmatum ‘Peve Starfish’
Japanese Maple - Peve Starfish
A real intriguing Japanese Maple which leaves are curled under giving them the look of a starfish! New spring foliage emerges bright red changing to burgundy-red and matures a bronzy-purple-green by late summer. In the fall, the foliage transitions to vibrant red. Grows 6′ high by 4′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced by Piet Vergeldt of The Netherlands.
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.

