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Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf'

Also Known As

  • Alpine Dwarf Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

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    Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf' plant details

    Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green and red foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf'

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: sapindaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green and red
    Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf' has a rich red growth in spring. This shrubby small 5'x5' shrub will have color in spring and in fall will turn brilliant red.

    Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf' plant

    How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Alpine Dwarf'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun
    • Water Needs

      • regular
    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • green
    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
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