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Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise 7.5 Litre.

Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise 7.5 Litre.

£49.95
Acer Shirasawanum by Charellagardens 7.5 litre
Acer Shirasawanum by Charellagardens 7.5 litre Acer Moonrise summer foliage.
3 In stock
Quick Overview

Beautiful yellow leaved Acer Moonrise, for pots and borders in ericaceous compost or acid soil, out of hot sun. 

Plant Size (cm)
Plant Size (cm)
61cm - 80cm
Pot Size - Litre
Pot Size - Litre
7.5 Litre
Anticipated Height
Anticipated Height
2m
Toleration
Toleration
-10
Growth Speed
Growth Speed
Medium
Evergreen?
Evergreen?
No
3 In stock
Qty

Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise 7.5 Litre 60-80cm: A new introduction to to our catalogue, Acer Shirasawanum Moonrise has bright yellow/green foliage which first emerges pink, as seen in the photos taken in May, autumn colour is a fantastic orange then red before falling. Whilst reputedly more resistant to leaf scorch than other acers we still reccomend planting out of full sun in a bright but lightly shaded area, and somewhere protected from cold winds in particularly in spring when new foliage is delicate. 

*Pictures taken November summer foliage has now been lost.

Acer plants prefer Acid soil although this is not an absolute necessity it will help the plant reach its full potential. If you have unsuccessfully tried to grow Azalea, Rhododendron, Pieris, Camellias the chances are your soil has a high lime content. Soil can be improved by adding Ericaceous compost to the planting hole this will lower the lime content and raise acid. If pot planted best choice is John Innes Ericaceous Compost this is a specially formulated sterilised loam based, lime free compost with essential foods for plants such as Acer Palmatum. Also in the coldest areas it may be advisable wrap the pots in a winter fleece or bubble wrap during the coldest months, this will help protect the roots. Repotting in fresh compost should be considered every 2 years. Ensure an adequate water supply and feed approximately every 6-8 weeks from early spring through to mid-summer.