Scientific Name
Acer japonica f. aconitifolium

Common Name
Fernleaf maple

Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers moist, well drained soil
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Rounded; spreading
Height: 20 to 30’
Width: --
Leaf: Opposite, simple leaves; 7 to 13 lobes; multi-divided and deeply cut; deep green in summer; bright yellow, orange and red fall color; leaves tend to persist into winter
Flower/Fruit: White and maroon flowers on long stalks in April; colors maroon red in fall
Comments: Reddish petioles
Cultivars: --
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