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Acer palmatum 'Wabito'

Also Known As

  • Wabito Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-12'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Acer palmatum 'Wabito' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Wabito' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - shade and 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 'Wabito'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: columnar, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Wabito'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The very unusual 3-to 5-lobed leaves of this upright-growing (almost fastigiate) 4-6' shrub are green, edged with rose when new; its name means ?lonely person?. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Wabito' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Wabito'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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