Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter’s Broom’
Japanese Maple - Skeeter's Broom
A narrow upright Japanese Maple which has small leaves with longer lobes than most other witch’s brooms. New spring foliage emerges bright red and transitions to a deep purple-red by summer. Bright red fall colour. Grows 5′ high by 3′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
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| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Found as a witch's broom on Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' by Edward Rodd of Raraflora Nursery, Pennsylvania.
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: Dwarf
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