Acer palmatum 'Novum'

Also Known As

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum Novum'
Novum Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 18'-25'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Novum' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Novum' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with red 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 'Novum'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous red
Mature size: 18 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Novum'

USDA Zones: 5a - 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

Novum is a vigorous upright red; in the summer it gets lighter and redder rather than bronze which is a good thing. In the fall it is scarlet. If you want a red leafed palmatum, you can hardly do better than this one. zone 5.

By: Whitman Farms

AMOENUM, red. Hardy and vigorous, this strong, upright tree ranges in color from light purple-red in spring to orange-red in summer to scarlet in fall. It forms a round topped small tree and is widely used in landscaping due to its fast growth.