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Acer palmatum 'Rugose'

Also Known As

  • Rugose Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Rugose' plant details

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

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Rugose'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Definitely different: this rough (?rugose?) looking ugly duckling of summer turns into a swan in fall with its stunning plum-red to bright-crimson foliage; an interesting almost ?tortuosa? shrub. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Rugose' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Rugose'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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