Acer palmatum 'Uncle Ghost'

Also Known As

Uncle Ghost Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8"-10"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Uncle Ghost' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Uncle Ghost' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Uncle Ghost'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 10 IN - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Uncle Ghost'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spring and early summer foliage is flushed with a rosy pink from the outer margins. As the season progresses, foliage transitions to a whitish green. Requires protection from afternoon sun. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

Leaves emerge bright pink and reds with prominent veins. Fall colors are yellows and reds.

By: Conifer Kingdom

MATSUMURE, variegated. As with most of the Oregon Ghost Series, this cultivar has wonderful spring color of strong veined soft colors brushed with pink to apricot shades. Also, as with its ghostly siblings, give it shade to show off its colors at their best.