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Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master'

Also Known As

  • Dragon Master Golden Weeping Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with chartreuse and gold foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

is a golden leafed Japanese maple. The difference is its strongly weeping. An interesting plant to put on top of a wall to cascade down.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Dragon Master'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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