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Acer palmatum 'Dragon Tears™'

Japanese Maple

  • Strong horizontal branching
  • Leaves changing to different shades of red all season
  • Loosely hanging branch tips
  • Slow grower

Garden Debut
  • Category: Trees
  • Patent: JN4 PP22249
  • Breeder: Garden Debut
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • Height: 5-10 ft
  • Spread: 6-8 ft
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Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Foliage Color
Red
Soil Moisture
Moist, Well-Drained
Habit
Weeping
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Summer
Additional Information about Acer palmatum 'Dragon Tears™'

In addition to the current variations of the straight species of Japanese Maples, there are hybrids available that offer more choices through grafting, bonsai and hybridizing.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Acer palmatum 'Dragon Tears™'

Best to protect the Japanese Maple from direct sunlight especially midday.  Leaf scorch could occur affecting the beauty for the remaining summer season.

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