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Acer japonicum 'Vitifolium'

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 6 - 12 m (20 - 40 ft)
Spread 6 - 9 m (20 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Acer japonicum 'Vitifolium' (grape-leaved downy Japanese maple) bears bright red flowers during mid spring. This tree is rounded in form and has medium green foliage that is showy, matte and coarse textured. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, foundation, specimen and topiary.