Acer palmatum Dissectum Viride Group or Acer 'Viridis' is a dwarf, often multi-stemmed, Japanese maple of low, spreading habit with strongly cascading branches forming a graceful, dome-shaped specimen over time. The delicate foliage of ferny, lace-like leaves with very long, thin lobes, each further dissected into sub-lobes, is bright green through the spring and summer and stands out beautifully in the landscape. In the fall, the leaves turn golden-yellow with occasional splashes of crimson before shedding to the ground. They reveal on mature plants, the elegantly twisted branches that stand out through the winter months. In spring, this Laceleaf Japanese Maple produces small reddish flowers which give way to greenish samaras, which ripen in late summer to early fall. While attractive close-up, the flowers are however not particularly showy from a distance. Vigorous and adaptable, this Japanese Maple makes a wonderful specimen plant and is a great choice for the patio.
Height: 6 - 8'
Width: 8 - 12'
Spacing: 8 - 10'
Exposure: Part Sun (4 to 6 Hours) or Full Sun (6+ Hours)