SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon'
COMMON NAME: Autumn Moon Fullmoon Maple
GARDEN SIZE: 8-12 ft. tall x 6-8 ft. wide
GROWTH RATE: Slow
USDA ZONE: 5-7
EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun
WATER & SOIL: Tolerant of various soil moistures and textures. Requires supplemental water during drought conditions.
HABIT (FORM): Upright, Rounded Canopy
FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Yellow to Burnt Orange New Growth, Multicolored with Orange, Salmon, and Chartreuse in Summer; Gold to Red in Fall
FLOWERS: Inconspicuous
PLANT ORIGIN: Japan
WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a food source for local insects and wildlife.
FERTILIZING: Not necessary, but may apply organic compost in the spring. Fertilization can lead to excessive growth.
PRUNING: No pruning is necessary. May remove dead branches when needed. If shaping is desired, may be trimmed during dormancy.
TOXICITY FLAGS: Not generally considered toxic to pets.
USES: Specimen, Fall Color