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Also Known As

  • Phantom Flame Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 10'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

#5 Container | $264.99

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Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with chartreuse, green, red, variegated and white foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 'Phantom Flame'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green, red, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A brand new variety from Crispin Silva, Molalla, OR! The unique foliage of this maple combines the attributes of the ghost series, a stunning reticulation, but also has the bright red-tipped lobes of 'Tsuma gaki'. It is believed to be a hybrid of two such
Phantom Flame Japanese Maple is a relatively new cultivar, offering a unique texture and color to your landscape. This Japanese maple has cream-colored reticulated leaves in the spring with red edges that turn green in the summer. Phantom Flame Japanese Maple will make a stunning display for your container garden or landscape. It sports red color in the fall months. This is a great introduction by Crispin Silva.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • red
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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