Japanese Maple 80-120 cm (Acer palmatum)
276 SEK
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Japanese Maple in Various Sizes
Height:
- 80-100 cm
- 100–120 cm [PICKUP ONLY IN STORE]
Common name: Japanese Maple
Scientific name: Acer palmatum
Family: Sapindaceae
Plant History & Use
Japanese maple is a deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea, and China and has been cultivated for centuries for its graceful growth habit and vivid autumn colors. It is used both as an ornamental tree, in bonsai form, and in natural gardens where one wants to add structure, shade, and color.
Young leaves are edible in small amounts and can be used as garnish. In Japan, the leaves are sometimes fried as a seasonal dish. The tree can also be tapped for sap early in spring—especially in colder climates. The sap’s sugar content is low but can be drunk as is or boiled down to a thin syrup, similar to maple syrup. The best sap flow occurs on warm sunny days after a night of frost.
The leaves have also been used practically to help preserve root vegetables and apples—they have been placed as protective layers around the harvest to keep it fresh longer. In folk medicine, the leaves have been used in cooling compresses.
However, the plant’s main function is aesthetic—as a shaper in garden spaces, where its silhouette and leaf color play the leading role.
Cultivation
Thrives in partial shade to sun, preferably in a sheltered spot. Well-drained, moisture-retentive soil with slight acidity is ideal. Japanese maple can be grown in pots, especially smaller varieties, but also thrives in the ground in a protected location. Protect from strong spring sun and wind to avoid leaf damage. Does not tolerate drying out—consistent watering is important.
Characteristics
Perennial: Perennial
Light conditions: Partial shade to sun
Height: 2–4 meters
Hardiness zone: 1–3 (4-5 in sheltered, well-drained locations)
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Japanese Maple 80-120 cm (Acer palmatum)
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Japanese Maple in Various Sizes
Height:
- 80-100 cm
- 100–120 cm [PICKUP ONLY IN STORE]
Common name: Japanese Maple
Scientific name: Acer palmatum
Family: Sapindaceae
Plant History & Use
Japanese maple is a deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea, and China and has been cultivated for centuries for its graceful growth habit and vivid autumn colors. It is used both as an ornamental tree, in bonsai form, and in natural gardens where one wants to add structure, shade, and color.
Young leaves are edible in small amounts and can be used as garnish. In Japan, the leaves are sometimes fried as a seasonal dish. The tree can also be tapped for sap early in spring—especially in colder climates. The sap’s sugar content is low but can be drunk as is or boiled down to a thin syrup, similar to maple syrup. The best sap flow occurs on warm sunny days after a night of frost.
The leaves have also been used practically to help preserve root vegetables and apples—they have been placed as protective layers around the harvest to keep it fresh longer. In folk medicine, the leaves have been used in cooling compresses.
However, the plant’s main function is aesthetic—as a shaper in garden spaces, where its silhouette and leaf color play the leading role.
Cultivation
Thrives in partial shade to sun, preferably in a sheltered spot. Well-drained, moisture-retentive soil with slight acidity is ideal. Japanese maple can be grown in pots, especially smaller varieties, but also thrives in the ground in a protected location. Protect from strong spring sun and wind to avoid leaf damage. Does not tolerate drying out—consistent watering is important.
Characteristics
Perennial: Perennial
Light conditions: Partial shade to sun
Height: 2–4 meters
Hardiness zone: 1–3 (4-5 in sheltered, well-drained locations)
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