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Acer palmatum 'Elegans'

Also Known As

Acer 'Septemlobum Elegans'
Acer palmatum var. heptalobum 'Elegans'
Elegans Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 10'-12'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Elegans' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Elegans' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Elegans'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Elegans'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Salmon-pink leaves emerge in spring maturing to a soft green in summer. Fall colors are salmon tones. Does well as a container plant or in a confined space. Upright, open habit. Evenly moist soil. Filtered to full sun.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This variety is quickly becoming extremely popular. The leaves are deeply divided and have a very graceful appearance. Spring leaves emerge? pink turning peachy green for summer. Fall brings a wonderful display of bright orange and red. Very choice!

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Thick branches support seven lobed leaves which emerge olive with brown margins and mature to a darker green. The 7 lobes of the leaves are separated entirely to the center, widely spaced, and distinctly serrated. Fall color is a brilliant orange tinted with red.