ACER palmatum 'Summer Gold'
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ACER palmatum 'Summer Gold'
Commonly known as Japanese maple
Golden yellow leaves in summer. Shows good resistance to heat and sun
Small
£35.00
Large
£75.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Maximum size in 10-20years -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, mites, scale insects, caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, leaf scorch, honey fungus -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan. Garden origin -
DeciduousToothed, deeply lobed leaves, pink tints in spring, golden-yellow in summer, yellow in autumn
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Palmate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright, rounded, branching habit. Inconspicuous flowers in spring are followed by winged seed pods
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
Late autumn to midwinter -
Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Partial shade
Shelter from cold winds and late frosts -
Mature Size4m (13ft)
5m (16ft)
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