Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' Japanese Maple
'Spreading Star' Japanese Maple summer foliage
'Spreading Star' Japanese Maple autumn foliage
Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star'
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Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' Japanese Maple
'Spreading Star' Japanese Maple summer foliage
'Spreading Star' Japanese Maple autumn foliage
Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star'

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' Tree

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' Tree

Japanese Maple

Bush, 60-90cm, 7.5L pot

£95
£95 £95

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Final size 1 x 2.5 metres in 20 years
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Foliage Lobed leaves with autumn colour (deciduous)
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Soil Prefers moist yet well-draining soil
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Description

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' has a low growing, wide spreading habit. Growing to around 1 metre in height, it forms a wide, tiered shape. The green leaves darken and turn yellow-orange in autumn.

'Westonbirt Spreading Star' is a rare Japanese maple cultivar, distinct from other Acer palmatum of a similar habit due to the larger size and shape of its leaves.

Cultivated at the famous Westonbirt Arboretum in the Cotswolds, a fine example of 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' can be found at The Link in Silk Wood, an ancient woodland containing exotic plants.

AKA Acer palmatum 'Spreading Star', Japanese maple shrub

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

Japanese Maples 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. If possible, use rain water instead of tap water as this is more acidic and better for foliage colour. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Their natural shape is normally the most attractive, so Japanese Maples rarely need pruning. Any pruning should be carried out with a less is more approach, only removing crossing, damaged or diseased branches. Pruning should be carried out in the dormant season (November to March) as Japanese Maples bleed during other times of the year, which can weaken the branches.

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
Find out more

Product Details

Description

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' has a low growing, wide spreading habit. Growing to around 1 metre in height, it forms a wide, tiered shape. The green leaves darken and turn yellow-orange in autumn. 'Westonbirt...

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' has a low growing, wide spreading habit. Growing to around 1 metre in height, it forms a wide, tiered shape. The green leaves darken and turn yellow-orange in autumn.

'Westonbirt Spreading Star' is a rare Japanese maple cultivar, distinct from other Acer palmatum of a similar habit due to the larger size and shape of its leaves.

Cultivated at the famous Westonbirt Arboretum in the Cotswolds, a fine example of 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' can be found at The Link in Silk Wood, an ancient woodland containing exotic plants.

AKA Acer palmatum 'Spreading Star', Japanese maple shrub

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

Japanese Maples 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. If possible, use rain water instead of tap water as this is more acidic and better for foliage colour. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Their natural shape is normally the most attractive, so Japanese Maples rarely need pruning. Any pruning should be carried out with a less is more approach, only removing crossing, damaged or diseased branches. Pruning should be carried out in the dormant season (November to March) as Japanese Maples bleed during other times of the year, which can weaken the branches.

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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