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Autumn Moon Fullmoon Maple
Acer shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon'
Pronunciation: AY-ser shir-ah-sa-WAN-um
SKU #03033
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 8 to 12 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | An outstanding small tree for city gardens with limited space. New growth unfurls yellow to burnt orange, with underlying tones ranging from orange, salmon and chartreuse for the remainder of the season. Exceptional fall foliage displays varying shades of gold to red. Thrives in cool summer regions. A must for collectors! Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Container, Privacy Screen |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe) |
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil; shelter from drying winds. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures. Mulch to keep root surface cool. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
| History | This exceptional cultivar originated at the Maplewood Nursery in the 1970s, selected by J.D. Vertrees. |
Details
| Description | An outstanding small tree for city gardens with limited space. New growth unfurls yellow to burnt orange, with underlying tones ranging from orange, salmon and chartreuse for the remainder of the season. Exceptional fall foliage displays varying shades of gold to red. Thrives in cool summer regions. A must for collectors! Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Privacy Screen |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil; shelter from drying winds. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures. Mulch to keep root surface cool. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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History
| History | This exceptional cultivar originated at the Maplewood Nursery in the 1970s, selected by J.D. Vertrees. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.