SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Viridis', syn. Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Waterfall'
COMMON NAME: Viridis Laceleaf Japanese Maple, syn. Waterfall Laceleaf Japanese Maple
GARDEN SIZE: 7 ft. tall x 10 ft. wide
GROWTH RATE: Slow
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): Weeping, Rounded Canopy
FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Green in Summer; Brilliant Orange 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