Japanese maple
Common name
Japanese maple
Date
July 03, 2010
Details
Broadly spreading, deciduous. The small leaved, small seeded Japanese maple which comes true from seed. In autumn the colours change to orange and red, a magnificent sight. Shelter from strong winds, but remarkably drought tolerant.
Drought tolerance
Family
Aceraceae
Forest layer
Canopy
Height (m)
12
Botanical name
Acer Palmatum
Shade / Sun
Full sun
Wind tolerance
Low