Acer shirasawanum Moonrise, 3L
£39.00
notes
The compact deciduous shrub, Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise, is notable for its foliage, which emerges bright red before maturing yellow green. In summer, attractive winged red seedpods develop, but it is in autumn that this plant really shines, its leaves turning vivid orange and red before falling. Grown for its decorative appeal, it makes an ideal specimen plant with great visual impact or can be used to lighten a partially shady area of the garden.
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Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height & Spread: 200cm (6ft 7in) x 200cm (6ft 7in)
Features
notes
The compact deciduous shrub, Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise, is notable for its foliage, which emerges bright red before maturing yellow green. In summer, attractive winged red seedpods develop, but it is in autumn that this plant really shines, its leaves turning vivid orange and red before falling. Grown for its decorative appeal, it makes an ideal specimen plant with great visual impact or can be used to lighten a partially shady area of the garden.
INSIGHTS
Moonrise is believed to be more scorch resistant than other acers, but its foliage will suffer if it is positioned at the mercy of hot midday sun or cold, drying winds.
DETAILS
- Deciduous
- Hardy
- Low maintenance
- Flowers: April - May
PLANTING
- Any moist, well-drained soil
- All aspects
- Partial sunlight
- Sheltered
CARE
Does not require pruning but, if necessary, do so while it is dormant during winter (will bleed sap if cut when growing).
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