Acer palmatum 'Green' ~ Japanese Maple pest-resistant (2) Photo by David J

(2) Photo by David J

If need to trim back do so after bloom

usually to maintain its shape or remove any dead or damaged branches

Few problems

If the edible fruits are desired

Acer palmatum 'Green' ~ Japanese Maple pest-resistant (2) Photo by David JJapanese Maple is a beautiful small deciduous tree with a broad rounded crown and low branching. Large palmate green leaves have varying shades of yellow, red purple, and bronze for fall color. Small non showy umbels of red purple flowers bloom mid spring followed by samaras. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. It is sometimes specified as