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Acer palmatum 'Black Hole'

Also Known As

  • Black Hole Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 5'-10'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Acer palmatum 'Black Hole' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Black Hole' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with purple and red 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Black Hole'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous purple and red
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Black Hole'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new introduction found as a seedling of Purple Ghost but with darker coloration and reticulation similar to that of Amagi shigure.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Black Hole' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Black Hole'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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