Acer palmatum 'Bonnie Bergman'

Also Known As

Acer palmatum 'Bonnie'
Bonnie Bergman Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Bonnie Bergman' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Bonnie Bergman' 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 acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Bonnie Bergman'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Bonnie Bergman'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Almost Eden exclusive! This green-leaved Dwarf Japanese Maple has proven to be quite tolerant to shaping and pruning and the hot Southern Summers even in Full sun! Reliably provides fall colors of glowing orange, reds, and yellows, even in zone 8B. Reddish bronze new growth develops into a soft green. Our tree is kept pruned into a bowl-cut form and is about 8'H x 10-12'W.

By: Almost Eden

Bonnie Bergman is fresh from Australia and like many Australians, she looks normal--reddish leaves in the spring, fairly upright growth, but as the summer progresses, she shows her independent character: odd leaf color and spreading habit. She may make a name for herself.