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Green Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum, Acer palmatum ‘Green’, Smooth Japanese Maple

Classic Lace-Leaf Green Foliage • Most Sun-Tolerant Variety • Spectacular Multi-Colored Fall Display

$229.00

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Description

The Green Japanese Maple is the classic, graceful form of the species, valued for its elegant, lace-leaf green foliage that turns a brilliant mix of orange, red, and gold in fall. It is the most sun-tolerant of the Japanese maples, making it a versatile choice for dappled shade to full sun (with afternoon shade in hot areas) in Bay Area gardens.

Showcases classic, finely dissected bright green leaves that provide a soft, elegant texture throughout spring and summer.
Provides a stunning fall display in shades of vibrant orange, crimson, and golden yellow.
More adaptable to full morning sun or filtered all-day sun than red-leafed varieties, especially in cooler coastal zones. Inland, afternoon shade is recommended.
Grows into a beautiful, rounded small tree perfect as a focal point near a patio, in a woodland garden, or in a large container.

Quick Facts

Features:Foliage: Delicate 5-7 lobed leaves with lace-like serrations, emerging bright green maturing to orange-red/gold in fall,Form: Elegant, rounded crown with tiered branching,Bark: Smooth gray with subtle vertical striations
Mature Height: 10-25 ft
Mature Width: 8-12 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate (12-18"/year)
Light Needs: Morning sun with afternoon shade
Key Advantages:Enhanced sun tolerance,Airy, translucent canopy,Low maintenance,Deer resistant,Four-season interest
Landscape Uses:Specimen tree,Asian-inspired gardens,Courtyard plantings,Woodland transitions,Container specimens

Faqs

Q: Can it really handle full sun?A:Yes, compared to other Japanese maples, it is the most tolerant. In the Bay Area's coastal climate, it can often handle full sun with adequate water. In hotter inland valleys, provide afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch.

Q: Is Green Japanese Maple suitable for the Bay Area climate?
A: Yes. Green Japanese Maples perform very well in Bay Area conditions when planted with proper drainage and light protection.

Q: Do Green Japanese Maples change color in fall?
A: Yes. Many varieties turn shades of yellow, gold, or soft orange in fall.

Q: Are Green Japanese Maples easier to maintain than red varieties?
A: They are often considered slightly more forgiving, especially in areas with stronger sun exposure.

Q: How large does a Green Japanese Maple grow?
A: Most mature as small to medium-sized trees, making them suitable for residential landscapes.

Q: Where do Green Japanese Maples look best in a landscape?
A: They work especially well near patios, walkways, shaded areas, and designs that emphasize texture and form.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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