SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer shirasawanum x palmatum 'Red Dawn'

COMMON NAME: Red Dawn Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 10-12 ft. tall x 10-12 ft. wide (in 15 years)

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Full Sun to Partial Shade

WATER & SOIL: Average Moisture, Well-Drained Soil

HABIT (FORM): Upright, Rounded Canopy

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Red to Lavender in Spring, Two-Tone Red with Emerald Cast in Summer, Bright Crimson Red in Fall

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous

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