Acer palmatum Dissectum Viride Group (Laceleaf Japanese Maple)

Acer palmatum Dissectum Viride Group or Acer ‘Viridis’ is a dwarf, often multi-stemmed, Japanese maple of low, spreading habit with strongly cascading branches forming a graceful, dome-shaped specimen over time. The delicate foliage of ferny, lace-like leaves with very long, thin lobes, each further dissected into sub-lobes, is bright green through the spring and summer and stands out beautifully in the landscape. In the fall, the leaves turn golden-yellow with occasional splashes of crimson before shedding to the ground. They reveal the elegantly twisted branches on mature plants that stand out through the winter months. In spring, this Laceleaf Japanese Maple produces small reddish flowers, giving way to greenish samaras that ripen in late summer to early fall. While attractive close-up, the flowers are not particularly showy from a distance. Vigorous and adaptable, this Japanese Maple makes a wonderful specimen plant and is a great choice for the patio.

• Grows up to 6-10 ft. tall and wide (180-300).
• A full sun or part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Best leaf color in partial shade, although full sun can be tolerated. A lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can cause leaf scorch.
• Perfect as a specimen plant in cottage gardens, city gardens, or Japanese gardens and containers.
• Low maintenance, this plant needs little pruning. If pruning is necessary, prune during the dormant season and avoid pruning in spring when the sap is running. Fertilize in spring before the leaves emerge.
• It may be affected by horse chestnut scale, aphids, and verticillium wilt.
• Propagate by grafting or softwood cuttings.
• Acer palmatum is native to Japan, Korea, China, eastern Mongolia, and southeast Russia.