Buy Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister'

Also Known As

Sunny Sister Vine Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 5"-9"

planting zones

5a-9b

#1 Container | $59.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

#3 Container | $134.99

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#7, 3-4' | $254.99

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Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister' plant details

Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with gold, green and pink foliage. In spring chartreuse and red flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and pink
Mature size: 5 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and red blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An upright cultivar with sunny yellow leaves and prominent venation. Similar to 'Sunglow' but perhaps a bit faster growing.

By: Conifer Kingdom

Eye-catching!: the golden-apricot new-growth of this delightful dwarf (to only 4' in 10 years) form of a NW native makes it a treat in any small garden or bonsai collection; we have Talon Buchholz to thank. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

An upright slow growing Vine Maple. In spring leaves emerge in shades of apricot which slowly darken to light green in summer. Fall color is bright yellow to orange. Introduced by Buchholz Nursery.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer circinatum 'Sunny Sister' - An upright small deciduous tree. In spring leaves emerge in shades of apricot which slowly darken to light green in summer. Fall color is bright yellow to orange. A sister seedling to Acer c. 'Sunglow'. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.