SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'ARJOS1' USPP 32,420, Can PBRAF

COMMON NAME: Metamorphosa Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 5-13 ft. tall x 3-10 ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-8

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

WATER & SOIL: Tolerant of various soil moistures and textures. Requires supplemental water during drought conditions.

HABIT (FORM): Upright, Shrubby

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Dissected leaves yellow with pink margins in spring, transitioning to white with reddish-orange in summer, and vibrant orange-red to red-violet in fall

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous; blooms in spring

FLOWERS: N/A

PLANT ORIGIN: Japan, Korea and China

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