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Full Moon Maple 'Meigetsu' (Acer japonicum): Rounded Leaves with Superb Fall Color

Full Moon Maple Meigetsu

Meigetsu foliage

Overview

Full Moon Maple 'Meigetsu' (Acer japonicum 'Meigetsu') is a cultivar of the Full Moon Maple species. It features the characteristic rounded, shallowly lobed leaves of A. japonicum, which are green in summer and turn brilliant shades of orange, red, and gold in autumn. The name 'Meigetsu' means "harvest moon". A small, spreading tree of great beauty.

Botanical Profile

  • Family: Sapindaceae (sap-in-DAY-see-ee)
  • Genus: Acer (AY-ser)
  • Species: Acer japonicum (juh-PON-ih-kum)
  • Cultivar: 'Meigetsu'

Cultivation

Best in USDA zones 5-7. Prefers partial shade. Moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Water consistently. Protect from strong winds. Slow growing.

Landscape Uses

Excellent as a specimen in a woodland garden, shaded border, or Japanese-style garden. Its rounded leaves and spectacular fall color make it a standout.

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