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Acer palm. 'Dissectum' / 3L
Acer palmatum Dissectum Group
Confirmed format: 3 Litre Pot
Plant Highlights: Finely divided, lace-like foliage • Graceful cascading habit • Spectacular autumn colour • Ideal for Japanese-style gardens and containers • Elegant year-round structure
Overview
The Acer palmatum Dissectum Group comprises Japanese maples renowned for their finely cut, feathery foliage and naturally graceful, cascading habit. As this product is sold simply as 'Dissectum', without a named cultivar, foliage colour and autumn colouring may vary. All plants share the distinctive lace-like leaves and elegant form that make this group one of the most admired ornamental trees. Slow-growing and naturally compact, these maples make outstanding specimen plants for borders, courtyard gardens and large containers. Their delicate branching structure provides winter interest, while the finely textured foliage creates a soft, layered effect throughout the growing season.
Why We Love It
With feathery foliage and a cascading habit, these Japanese maples bring year-round elegance, soft texture, and seasonal colour transitions to borders and pots.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Acer palmatum Dissectum Group |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Laceleaf Japanese Maple |
| Plant Type | Deciduous ornamental tree |
| Foliage | Finely divided, lace-like leaves; colour varies by selection |
| Autumn Colour | Varies by selection, typically shades of yellow, orange or red |
| Position | Partial shade or full sun |
| Soil | Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil |
| Growth Habit | Broad, spreading with gracefully cascading branches |
| Best Uses | Specimen planting, Japanese gardens, woodland gardens, courtyard gardens and large containers |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
| Mature Height | Approximately 1.5–2.5m |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 1.5–2.5m |
Growing Guide
| Planting & Position | Plant in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. In Ireland, partial shade is particularly beneficial in exposed locations, helping to protect the delicate foliage during hot or windy weather. |
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| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry periods, especially if grown in a container. |
| Mulching | Apply a mulch in spring to conserve soil moisture and help keep the roots cool, taking care not to pile mulch against the trunk. |
| Pruning & Care | Pruning is rarely required. Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches during the dormant season if needed, allowing the tree to retain its naturally elegant, cascading framework. Avoid heavy pruning. |
Perfect For
- Specimen planting
- Japanese-style gardens
- Woodland gardens
- Courtyard gardens
- Large containers
Good to Know
- This product represents the Dissectum Group rather than a named cultivar.
- Foliage colour, autumn colouring and mature size will vary depending on the individual selection supplied.
- The finely divided foliage and graceful weeping habit are characteristics shared by all plants in the group.
Product Information
| Product Title | Acer palm. 'Dissectum' / 3L |
|---|---|
| Botanical Identity | Acer palmatum Dissectum Group |
| Supplied Format | 3 Litre Pot |
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