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Description Acer palmatum can vary in height and size a little because they are grown from seed but in all cases it is a lovely small tree and very popular. They have a five lobed leaf and light green spring foliage usually turning deep orange and crimson in autumn.    
Foliage
Deciduous
   
Form
V-Shaped
   
Mature Size 4 x 4m    
Uses Ideal for small gardens, attractive street trees and can also be grown in containers, ensuring the container is large enough.    
Position & Soil The leaves can be easily spoilt by sun and wind, so a part shade or afternoon shade position is ideal. Avoid a location that is unprotected from north or west afternoon sun, or hot winds in summer. They will thrive in well drained, organic rich soil.    
Features    
Pot sizes
in production		 • 40cm/27L (1.2-1.5m)
• 50cm/52L (2.0-2.5m)
• 100L (2.5-3.0m)
    
Substitutes • Acacia implexa
• Acer 'Flame'
• Acer elegantulum
• Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'
• Cercis chinensis
• Cercis siliquastrum
    
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