Acer palmatum ‘Dissectum’ Japanese Maple 3Ltr Pot

Acer palmatum ‘Dissectum’ is a low-growing, mound-forming shrub that typically reaches around 2m in height and 2.5m in width. Its deeply-cut leaves emerge green in spring, transitioning to shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn, creating a vibrant display of seasonal colours. In spring, it produces purplish-red flowers, while in autumn, it bears bright red winged fruits, adding to its ornamental value. This Japanese Maple is prized for its compact size and stunning foliage, making it an excellent choice for gardens and landscapes.

Features: 
Common name(s): Japanese maple ‘Dissectum’
Hardiness: Hardy – H6 Rating
Foliage: Green in the spring before turning shades of yellow, orange and red in the autumn
Eventual Height & Spread: 2.5m x 2.5m
Position: Sheltered, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Moist but well-drained, Acid, Neutral

Care Tips for your Acer:

Watering:

• Regular Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Water deeply and thoroughly to ensure the roots receive adequate moisture.
• Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture and regulate temperature. This also reduces weed competition.

Placement:

• Light Requirements: Place the tree in a location with partial shade to avoid scorching the delicate leaves, especially in hotter climates. Morning sun and afternoon shade are ideal.
• Soil Conditions: Ensure well-drained soil. Japanese Maples prefer slightly acidic, loamy soil rich in organic matter.
• Protection from Wind: Choose a sheltered location to protect the tree from strong winds, which can damage the foliage.

Pruning:

• Regular Pruning: Prune the tree in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain a healthy structure.
• Shape Maintenance: Light pruning during the growing season can help maintain the desired shape and size, but avoid heavy pruning during this time to reduce stress on the tree.

Fertilising:

• Balanced Fertiliser: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to support healthy growth. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers, which can promote excessive foliage growth at the expense of root development.

Acer Palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ is a fantsatic Acer for autumnal firey red colour. It spends a good amount of time as a darker bronzed colour befor maturing into its brilliant red for the autumn months. Small red/purple flowers make an appearanceduring the spring but these are often mostly unnoticable – this tree is grown for its foliage interest.

The plant’s growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.