Buy Acer circinatum 'Little Gem'

Also Known As

Little Gem Dwarf Vine Maple

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

5a-9b

#1 Container | $59.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

#3 Container | $134.99

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Acer circinatum 'Little Gem' plant details

Acer circinatum 'Little Gem' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer circinatum 'Little Gem'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer circinatum 'Little Gem'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small light green leaves have pink-red margins. Fall colors are orange and red. A great dwarf vine maple!

By: Conifer Kingdom

Acer circinatum 'Little Gem' - A dwarf globe form of Vine Maple. Smaller than species leaves that are green. Plant grows in a globe if grafted. Flat and round if from cutting. Found in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia.