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    Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria'

    Also Known As

    • Gloria Japanese Maple

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-5'
    • W: 3'-5'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria' plant details

    Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze and red foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 shirasawanum 'Gloria'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: sapindaceae
    Foliage: deciduous bronze and red
    Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
    Uses: container plant, fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    'Gloria' is a slow-growing bushy maple that can reach 8 feet in 10 years. Buds open to a bright red in spring, changing to a bronze-red in summer, and dark red in fall. This cultivar is excellent for colder climates as it is hardy to -20 degrees.

    By: jensfarm maples

    A wonderful slow-growing Japanese Maple with bright red leaves in spring changing to dark red in summer. Fall color is orange to red.

    By: Maplestone Ornamentals

    Gardening facts about Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria' plant

    How to Grow Acer shirasawanum 'Gloria'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • bronze

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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