Waterfall Japanese Maple

Name: Waterfall Japanese Maple
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 00090

Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Waterfall'

Pronunciation: AY-ser pal-MA-tum dy-SEC-tum

SKU #00090

USDA Zone

5-8

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OVERVIEW
Description	This improved selection makes an extremely attractive garden or patio tree. It displays beautifully cascading branches with large, finely cut green leaves and golden fall color. A choice small tree for garden accents and containers in full to part sun in cool climates, dappled or afternoon shade in extremely hot areas. Deciduous.
Light	Full sun, Partial sun
Watering	Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Blooms	Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Mature Size	Slowly reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 10 to 12 ft. wide, in natural form.

STYLE
Landscape Use	Container, Poolside
Design Ideas	The beautiful, finely cut foliage of this small tree will add wonderful texture to beds, foundation plantings and even containers close to your patio or deck. Plant in mass in a woodland or Japanese garden or as a specimen plant among river rocks and a gently flowing water feature. This versatile plant can even be trained as bonsai for tabletop or raised bed interest.
Flower Color	Purple
Foliage Color	Green
Companion Plants	Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe)

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

This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8