There are also some very low growing acers which will only grow to around three feet in height but will have a very wide spread. Beautiful Acer Palmatum Orange Dream is the perfect addition to any garden. Not only does its bright-coloured leaves change and turn from gold-orange in summer, to red and purple in Autumn making it a truly beautiful sight for your eyes to soak up; but it's also relatively easy to grow. This elegant tree can be planted pretty much anywhere. This tree is perfect for novice gardeners and is very low maintenance. But, no matter how small your garden is, or how little space you have available, one plant you will be able to find space for is an acer tree. Hugely attractive, long lived, slow growing and with manageable heights these are the perfect trees for small gardens. Low maintenance, this plant needs little pruning. If pruning is necessary, prune during the dormant season and avoid pruning in spring when the sap is running. Fertilize in spring before the leaves emerge.

This is especially important if the Acer is in a pot, or in a location that receives minimal natural rainfall. With this beautiful acer you'll see vibrant shades of red foliage right through until autumn. This tough little tree will grow in small gardens or pots and will only ever grow to a height of around two metres. If it becomes too large this plant is ideal for pruning to keep it smaller. Both the wind and sun can also increase the moisture loss from the leaves and cause them to dry out and break.They are very hardy trees but they will do best in a sheltered aspect. They don’t do well in very strong winds. For red and purple (variegated) varieties a position out of full sun will prevent their foliage from scorching. Dig an area a little deeper and 2-3 times the diameter of the root system in the shape or a square or rectangle. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the hole and mix in a 2 inch (5cm) layer of compost and grit mixed equally. The tree you receive from us will already be five to six feet tall. We’ll ship it to you in a 7.5 litre pot all ready for planting.

Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' - an upright shrub bearing 5-7 lobed leaves irregulary margined with creamy-white leaves that can sometimes be tinged pink. If you have an existing Acer in an exposed position, try to erect a windbreak or sunshade of some sort.This is such a sweet and beautiful tree. You will get so much enjoyment from this plant; A compact bush, amazing autumn colours - you name it! If you've always wanted a low-maintenance tree that's easy to grow and looks amazing in the summer AND also drips with red leaves in autumn then look no further. This tree has got it all. Japanese Acers can live to over 100 years, so it's worth taking extra care in selecting and planting your tree as it will hopefully be a lifetime investment.

It’s fair to say that even the most novice gardeners should be able to achieve great success with acer trees. Consider planting your Acer in the ground, provided it is in a sheltered spot in well draining soil it should do well.

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Acer palmatum 'Sango-Kaku' - a large, slow-growing deciduous Acer, with coral-red young branches bearing lobed leaves which open pinkish-yellow, maturing to bright green in the summer, and golden yellow in the autumn. Small red flowers often appear in spring/summer. Excellent for providing year round interest. Leaf colour is best in partial shade, with dappled sunlight. No routine pruning required. These plants can grow up to five feet with arching branches that will offer shade while also framing your landscape perfectly. It is very bushy with wonderful bronze leaves. This tree will arrive at your door as an already established plant in a 5-litre pot.

Acer palmatum 'Kagiri-nishiki' - a strong but slow growing, variegated acer with beautiful bluish-green leaves which are margined in light pink tones and streaked with white. It has a dainty appearance and will make a lovely addition to any autumn garden as it adds interest in the cooler months. There are two main reasons why acers are so suitable for gardeners with restricted space. Firstly, and most importantly, as we mentioned above most acers or Japanese maples will only grow to around six feet.

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If there has been a heavy snowfall, carefully brush off any accumulation of snow that may cause the branches to snap, being careful not to be too rough with the branches. Any ice frozen to the branches is best left alone.