Photo of Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird'

Also Known As

  • Yellow Bird Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 12'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird' 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 'Yellow Bird'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird'

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 lovely small (15-20') well-structured tree, this maple open a bright green which it stays all summer until its leaves turn to brilliant yellow on red petioles! in fall. S-PSh/M
Yellowbird has light green lacy leaves and a wide growth habit.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
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