Buy Acer palmatum 'Tattoo'

Also Known As

Tattoo Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $91

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Fewer than 20 at Gossler Farms

#5 Container | $264.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

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Acer palmatum 'Tattoo' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Tattoo' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or 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 'Tattoo'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, dwarf, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Tattoo'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

2'-3' shrubby form of Japanese maple. Deep green leaves turning orange yellow in fall. A wonderful container plant.

By: Gossler Farms

A slow-growing, shrubby Japanese maple with petite light green leaves. In early spring, the margins of each leaf have a burgundy outline.

By: Conifer Kingdom

Short, stubby growth on a palmatum that grows nearly twice as wide as high. The dense foliage is green with a purple edge during the growing season. In fall colors range from yellow to orange.

By: Bloom River Gardens

DWARF, green. The attractive small branch tips hold bunches of yellow-green leaves in spring that later mature to a darker green. This recently introduced dwarf holds great promise for developing into an extremely artistic form.