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Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose'

Also Known As

  • Abigail Rose Dwarf Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green, pink and variegated foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly 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 'Abigail Rose'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vibrantly-colored foliage is a stunning hot pink color that is most decorative in early spring. The leaf margins maintain some of the coloration throughout the growing season, with the centers and veins of the leaves becoming more green. One of the most c
Abigail Rose has tiny reticulated leaves Spring leaf color is pink Green and white leaves in summer highlighted with red Bright orange fall color Mature height is around 4′
Leaves emerge light pink to nearly white maturing to a dark pink with green veining. The small leaves are deeply dissected and have bold serrations on each lobe. Some morning sun can be tolerated, but protect from the hotter sun of the day. A choice sport of off A. 'Higasa yama'.
Tiny leaves splashed with bright pink ; rose in spring, highlighted with red in summer ; bright orng in fall, make this delightful tiny 3-4'tree a real treasure for rock garden/bonsia/container;needs air circulation ; PSh/M
Like Alpenweiss, Abigail Rose has delicate reticulated leaves, but these are totally pink in the spring.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Abigail Rose'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • pink
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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