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Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy'

Also Known As

  • Sir Happy Japanese Maple

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 3"

planting zones

  • 5b-9a

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Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze and green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze and green
Mature size: 3 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, fall color, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Teeny tiny Japanese maple. Our 8-10 year old plant is 6”x3”. The tiny foliage is green all summer. Turns orange, yellow in fall. A container plant.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Sir Happy'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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