Fern Leaf Maple or Full Moon Maple
Acer japonica
- Size: 20-30’ Tall and Wide
- Growth Habit: Rounded
- Growth Rate: Medium to Slow – Will grow faster in the first 10 years and then slow.
- Light Requirements: Full Sun to Shade – Dappled Shade is ideal.
- Soil Requirements: Highly adaptable but prefers moist high organic matter soil that is well drained.
- Appeal: The fern leaf maple has attractive foliage and an exceptional fall color display of yellows, oranges, and reds.