Care

Planting & Growing

Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil; shelter from drying winds. Protect young trees from harsh afternoon sun exposures in hot summer areas. Mulch to keep root zone cool. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Family Maple
Bloom Time Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Acer
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 5
Landscape Uses Accent, Shade, Massing
Light Needs Partial Shade
Mature Height 15 feet
Prune Time Prune In Full Leaf
Water Needs Average to Moist