Acer palm. 'Cascade Gold' / Lowstem / 3L
Acer palm. 'Cascade Gold' / Lowstem / 3L
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Acer palm. 'Cascade Gold' / Lowstem / 3L
Acer palmatum 'Cascade Gold'
Confirmed format: 3 Litre Pot
Plant Highlights: Bright golden-yellow cascading foliage • Elegant weeping habit • Outstanding autumn colour • Ideal as a feature tree • Suitable for large containers and sheltered gardens
Overview
Acer palmatum 'Cascade Gold' is a distinctive weeping Japanese Maple grown for its graceful cascading branches and luminous golden-yellow foliage. Fresh spring growth emerges in vibrant golden tones, creating a striking focal point before developing softer yellow-green shades through summer. In autumn, the foliage turns rich orange and crimson, extending its seasonal appeal. Supplied as a low stem, this grafted form naturally develops a broad, cascading canopy, making it an excellent choice as a specimen in borders, Japanese-style gardens or large patio containers where its elegant shape can be fully appreciated.
Why We Love It
The combination of glowing golden foliage and a graceful cascading habit makes 'Cascade Gold' a standout Japanese Maple throughout the growing season. Its low-stem form naturally creates a living sculpture, bringing elegance and year-round structure even after the leaves have fallen.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Acer palmatum 'Cascade Gold' |
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| Common Name | Japanese Maple 'Cascade Gold' |
| Plant Type | Deciduous ornamental tree |
| Foliage | Bright golden-yellow in spring, softening through summer before turning orange and crimson in autumn |
| Flower Colour | Small reddish-purple flowers |
| Flowering Season | Spring |
| Position | Partial shade or full sun |
| Soil | Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil |
| Habit | Low-stem, cascading, weeping |
| Mature Height | Approximately 1.5–2m |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 1–1.5m |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). Requires a sheltered position and moist, well-drained soil. |
Growing Guide
| Positioning | Plant in moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position. Partial shade is ideal, particularly where strong afternoon sun or drying winds may scorch the delicate foliage. In Ireland's milder climate, it can also thrive in full sun if the soil remains evenly moist. |
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| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry periods, especially when grown in a container. |
| Mulching & Care | Apply a mulch in spring to help conserve soil moisture and avoid disturbing the shallow root system. |
| Pruning | Requires minimal pruning. If required, prune lightly in late autumn to mid-winter while fully dormant to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches. Avoid pruning in late winter and spring when rising sap can cause heavy bleeding. |
Perfect For
- Feature specimen tree in borders
- Japanese-style gardens
- Large patio containers
- Sheltered garden positions
Good to Know
- Grafted low-stem form naturally develops a broad, cascading canopy.
- Partial shade helps protect delicate spring foliage from sun scorch and drying winds.
- Shallow root system benefits from spring mulching rather than soil disturbance around the base.
Product Information
| Product Title | Acer palm. 'Cascade Gold' / Lowstem / 3L |
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| Botanical Name | Acer palmatum 'Cascade Gold' |
| Supplied Format | 3 Litre Pot |
| Plant Form | C3 Low Stem |