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Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' Tree

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' Tree

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Key Features

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Final size 2 x 2 metres in 20 years
Leaf icon
Foliage Colourful lobed leaves turn golden orange and red in autumn (deciduous)
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Soil Prefers moist yet well-draining soil
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Acer Moonrise

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' Tree

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Description

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is a pleasingly colourful Shirasawa Maple. Young leaves emerge bright red, turning lime green as they mature. In autumn, colours of orange and red take over, remaining colourful but not garish. Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is a deciduous small tree with a bushy, spreading habit and will reach an estimated height and spread of 2 x 2 metres in 20 years.

This Shirasawa Maple is suited to moist, but well drained soil in a sheltered position with full sun to partial shade. 'Moonrise' is a wonderful choice for a specimen tree in any size garden, revealing its best colour when planted in dappled shade.

AKA Shirasawa Maple Moonrise

Planting Steps

1Preparation

  • Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
  • Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
  • Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
  • To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

  • Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
  • Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
  • Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
  • Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

  • Water generously around the base of the plant.
  • If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.
Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £12 £12 £35 from £60
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK
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Product Details

Description

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is a pleasingly colourful Shirasawa Maple. Young leaves emerge bright red, turning lime green as they mature. In autumn, colours of orange and red take over, remaining colourful but not garish. Acer...

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is a pleasingly colourful Shirasawa Maple. Young leaves emerge bright red, turning lime green as they mature. In autumn, colours of orange and red take over, remaining colourful but not garish. Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is a deciduous small tree with a bushy, spreading habit and will reach an estimated height and spread of 2 x 2 metres in 20 years.

This Shirasawa Maple is suited to moist, but well drained soil in a sheltered position with full sun to partial shade. 'Moonrise' is a wonderful choice for a specimen tree in any size garden, revealing its best colour when planted in dappled shade.

AKA Shirasawa Maple Moonrise

Planting & Care

Planting Steps

1Preparation

  • Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
  • Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
  • Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
  • To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

  • Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
  • Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
  • Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
  • Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

  • Water generously around the base of the plant.
  • If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

Delivery Information

Small shrubs (1-3) Young trees & 4+ small shrubs Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) All other mature trees (any quantity)
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands £12 £12 £35 from £60
Scottish Highlands & the Islands From £30
Outside Mainland UK Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK
Find out more

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