Acer palmatum 'Lutescens'

Also Known As

Lutescens Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-24'
W: 15'-24'

planting zones

5a-9a

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Acer palmatum 'Lutescens' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Lutescens' 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 'Lutescens'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 24 FT - wide, 15 FT - 24 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, rare, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Lutescens'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The glory of the large 3-4" toothed and tapered leaves of this handsome 15-20' tree is the GLOWING! yellow-gold fall color for which it was (?Lutescens?) named; a bright addition for the autumn landscape. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

AMOENUM, green. This is one of the 7-lobed heptalobum group that is an upright grower. New growth is yellowish-green, soon changing to rich emerald-green. Grown especially for its fall colors of rich yellows and golds. Rare in cultivation.