SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Monfrick' PP #31,864

COMMON NAME: Velvet Viking™ Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 2-3 ft. tall x 6-8 ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow

USDA ZONE: 4-9

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Mounded, Weeping, Dwarf Canopy

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Rich Red in Summer; Vibrant Red in Fall

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous; Purple in Spring

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