SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'Peve's Starfish'

COMMON NAME: Peve's Starfish Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 6-8 feet tall x 4-5 feet wide (in 20 years)

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright, semi-dwarf

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; bright red in spring, deep maroon with bright red flushes in summer, brilliant crimson red in fall

FLOWERS: Not mentioned

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