Acer palmatum Orange Dream, 3L
£35.00
notes
The Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum Orange Dream, is a bushy, spreading, deciduous shrub which can be treated as a glorious specimen in a large container or planted in the border. Deeply cut, the wonderfully shaped leaves start in a spring flushed orange/ green, mature into green for the summer, then become vibrant orange and yellow in the autumn before they fall.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height & Spread: 300cm (9ft 10in) x 300cm (9ft 10in) in 10-20 years
Features
notes
The Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum Orange Dream, is a bushy, spreading, deciduous shrub which can be treated as a glorious specimen in a large container or planted in the border. Deeply cut, the wonderfully shaped leaves start in a spring flushed orange/ green, mature into green for the summer, then become vibrant orange and yellow in the autumn before they fall.
Insights
Acer palmatum Orange Dream is a recipient of RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.
Details
- Flowers: Acers produce insignificant flowers in the spring which develop into attractively winged seed pods
Planting
- Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil
- Container
- Full sun, partial shade
- South, east, west facing
- Hardy
- Sheltered
Care
Acers need sunlight but planting them in a sheltered, partially sunny position will heighten the colour. The preference for a slightly acidic soil can indicate container planting. Do not allow them to dry out; water in summer especially if planted in a container. Too exposed or too dry and the leaves may scorch. Prune lightly in November if necessary.
Glossary