Acer palmatum "dissectum garnet" - dissectum red Japanese maple (18 cm pot, GRAFTED)

Genus of about 150 species of deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs of Europe, Africa and northern Asia and North and Central America. Acer palmatum cv “dissectum garnet” is a slow-growing shrub or small deciduous tree with a trailing habit that reaches a height of 2.5 m. Its foliage tends to touch the ground and can reach a width of 3/4 metres. The peculiarity of the dissectum cultivar is that it has deeply incised and very elegant jagged leaves. The leaves of this cultivar have a red color with greenish shades.

Pedoclimatic needs

Maples are suitable for any type of garden depending on the species and size. This species is very demanding regarding the nature of the soil, preferring fresh and well-drained ones with an acid reaction. It likes a partially shaded exposure. Rustic plant, it resists minimum temperatures reaching -10°\-15°c, but fears late frosts and strong winds. This cultivar is also suitable for cultivation in pots.

Botanical Information

Botanical name Acer palmatum cv ”dissectum garnet” Family Aceraceae