SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'Summer Gold'

COMMON NAME: Summer Gold Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 10-12 feet tall x 6-8 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 6-9

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright, vase shape to rounded

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; light green with an orange cast in spring, golden yellow in summer, and intense bright yellow in fall

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