Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Nigrum' - 30-40 CM C5

Description
The Japanese maple 'Dissectum Nigrum' also bears cut, purple-red leaves. In a semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained, acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and is approx. 2 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Ever Red', Acer palmatum 'Ever Red'.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub or bush * attractive scarlet autumn colouring * tolerates pruning * easy to care for * cannot be planted over, trunk protection recommended

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Japanese maple 'Dissectum Nigrum's are purple-red, cut, opposite, lobed. They are about 6 - 11 cm in size. Japanese maple 'Dissectum Nigrum' turns bright scarlet in autumn.

Bark
Smooth bark.

Spread
Japan to Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese maple 'Dissectum Nigrum' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Multi-stemmed, umbrella-shaped, picturesque, wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade, sheltered from the wind.

Soil
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Nigrum' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant. - Frozen shoots are cut back to the healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any risk of frost.

Use
Solitary

Root
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Nigrum' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.