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Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi'

Also Known As

  • Utsu semi Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 9'-15'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi' 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 'Utsu semi'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi'

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

A beautiful Japanese maple wearing broad and ?heavy? bright-green spring leaves, and excellent crimson-purple fall color. This round-topped (to 9' x 9') tree is a stunning landscape choice. PSh/M
12′ tall at maturity Bright green foliage tinted with red and purple Purple to scarlet fall color Grows in a shrub form
Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi' - Translated the name means 'skin of grasshopper'. Leaves are a bright green and are very leathery. Plant grows in a shrub type fashion. In fall the leaves turn to purple to scarlet with orange spots.
AMOENUM, green. Gregory says the name means grasshopper skin, and the leaves certainly become bright, grasshopper green in summer. They darken as the season passes. The fall color is an outstanding crimson to purple. This selection grows quite wide in the landscape and the leaves themselves look like chubby little hands. Very attractive!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Utsu semi'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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