Bright yellow leaves Acer Shirasawanum Aureum, a beautiful upright yellow leaved Acer, for best results plant in acidic soil or ericaceous compost in a sunny spot, will also tolerate light shaded areas.
Acer Shirasawanum Aureum Established 15 Litre Plants 60-80cm: AcerAureum is commonly known as Golden Full Moon Japanese Maple, and previously called Acer japonica or Acer japonicum. Aureum is a relatively slow growing deciduous shrub with that gives stunning yellow seasonal foliage. The branches of this Acer display rounded pale, buttery-yellow leaves in the spring with tiny crimson flowers. In the summer, the tree bursts into life with bright yellow/lime foliage, before turning golden orange with red margins in the autumn. This maple is suited to moist, but well drained soil in a sheltered, full sun or partially shaded position. Acer Shirasawanum Aureum can make a truly stunning specimen tree. For best results try planting in an area that receives both sun and light shade.
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.
