Acer palmatum var. dissectum ‘Viridis’
Viridis Japanese Maple
Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 5-8' x 6-10' |
Exposure | Partial Sun to Partial Shade |
Water | Medium Water |
Flower Color | Golden-Yellow, Red |
Bloom Time | Fall |
Special Features | Attractive Branches, Deer Resistant, Shade Tolerant |
Container Sizes | #5, #15, 24" box, 36" box |
Natural Growth Habit | Mounding |
Sunset Garden Zones | A3, 2-10, 12, 14-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 4A-9B |
Plant Type | Tree |
Moderately slow-growing deciduous shrub or small tree to 5-8’ tall x 6-10’ wide. This attractive variety forms a cascading mound of finely-divided, bright-green foliage that turns vivid shades of golden-yellow tinged with red in the cool of fall. A standout in any setting, this delicate-looking variety is well-suited as an accent or background, and is ideally-suited for woodland or Asian-themed gardens, as well as making a fine container specimen. Prune to maintain a desired form, or leave to grow naturally where its arching branches will gracefully weep downward to eventually touch ground. An attractive branching structure gives this variety year-round appeal, even when not in leaf. Prefers regular watering in a well-drained soil, and thrives in a light sun to light shade exposure. Requires protection from hot afternoon sun in warmer inland climates, and may experience leaf-scorch in areas prone to strong winds. Deer resistant.
USDA Zone: 4A-9B