Fernleaf Full Moon Maple
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Falling Head Over Heels Fernleaf Full Moon Maple
- Immaculate Fall Colors
- Ideal Specimen Plant
- Best Coloration in Partial Shade
Needing a plant that is a total head-turner? The Fernleaf Full Moon Maple (Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium') is the one for you then. This popular tree is known for its immaculate fall colors that illuminate your garden.
In the spring, the leaves are green and the focus is on its deeply cut lobes.
In late spring-early fall, this tree takes on the breathtaking coloration of its intense fall colors starting with Scarlet and carmine tones tinted with purple. This fine-textured little gem loves to be mulched and in the warmer zones will appreciate protection from the hot afternoon sun and additional moisture as needed.
This beautiful tree’s fall colors are not only wanted but needed. Do your garden a favor and spice it up today with your very own Fernleaf Full Moon Maple!
How to Use Fernleaf Full Moon Maple in the Landscape
This tree is also useful for filling the empty gaps to bring everything together. This tree will make your garden look full and will be the new centerpiece that draws everyone’s attention.
Who can turn down such a looker? We wouldn’t be able to either. Brighten your patio and garden up with an easy click of the button at Nature Hills Nursery!
#ProPlantTips for Care
Planting this low-maintenance tree in full sun or partial shade with rich, moist well-drained soil.
The Fernleaf Full Moon Maple needs little attention, but will never turn down a spa day. Pruning this tree during its dormant season.
No need to work hard to have a beautiful garden when you have an easy to care for tree that will manage itself. Order today and fall in love with your garden again!
Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
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Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | 19.99 | 19.99 |
| 20 | - | 49.99 | 21.99 |
| 50 | - | 69.99 | 24.99 |
| 70 | - | 99.99 | 29.99 |
| 100 | - | 129.99 | 34.99 |
| 130 | - | 149.99 | 41.99 |
| 150 | - | 150+ | Approx 27% |
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PLANT HIGHLIGHTS
Growing Zones 5-7
| Brand | Bower and Branch |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' |
| Type | Deciduous |
| Mature Height | 8 - 12 feet |
| Mature Spread | 8 - 10 feet |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well Drained |
| Moisture | Medium |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Color | Purple, Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fall Color | Red, Purple |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Pruning Time | Late Winter |
| Fragrant | No |