The Viridis Japanese Maple is a stunning dwarf tree with bright green cascading branches that form an elegant dome shape. Grown in zones 5-8, it reaches a size of 6-8 feet and is perfect for small gardens or containers.
The Viridis Japanese maple is a dwarf variety that is known for its finely cut, lace-like foliage. It is a good choice for growing in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. The Viridis Japanese maple can grow up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
The Viridis Japanese maple will begin to produce its finely cut, lace-like foliage in early spring. The leaves will remain green throughout the summer and will turn a golden yellow or orange in the fall. The Viridis Japanese maple is a deciduous tree, so it will lose its leaves in the winter.
Here are some tips for caring for Viridis Japanese maple:
- Plant the Viridis Japanese maple in a partially shaded spot with well-drained soil.
- Water the Viridis Japanese maple regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Fertilize the Viridis Japanese maple in early spring and again in late summer.
- Prune the Viridis Japanese maple in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and remove dead or diseased branches.
- Protect the Viridis Japanese maple from pests and diseases.
With proper care, Viridis Japanese maple will be a beautiful addition to your landscape for many years.
Here are some of the pros of growing Viridis Japanese maple:
- Finely cut, lace-like foliage
- Deciduous
- Dwarf variety (ideal for small gardens)
- Self-pollinating
- Versatile (can be used as a specimen tree, in a hedge, or in a container)
- Disease-resistant
Viridis Japanese maple is a good choice for home gardeners in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. It is a beautiful and versatile tree that is relatively easy to care for.
Here are some additional details about the Viridis Japanese maple:
- It is a relatively new variety, developed in the 1970s.
- It is a slow-growing tree.
- It is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions, but prefers well-drained soil.
- It is not as susceptible to pests and diseases as some other Japanese maple varieties.
The Viridis Japanese maple grows at a slow rate, reaching a height of 6-8 feet and a width of 8-10 feet at maturity. It has a weeping habit, with branches that cascade down. The leaves are finely cut, with a lace-like appearance. They are green in spring and summer, turning golden yellow or orange in the fall.
The Viridis Japanese maple is a relatively easy tree to care for. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, especially during hot, dry weather. It should be fertilized once a year in early spring.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 6-12 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Best Color- Part Shade Tolerates Full Sun in cooler regions |
| Mature Width: | 8-12 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Acer palmatum dissectum 'Waterfall' |
| Growth Rate: | Slow |
