Overview
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) is a bushy, spreading, upright, weeping, cascading shrubs in the genus Acer, part of the Sapindaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen trees, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.
About
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) is a cultivar of Japanese maple that can develop upright, spreading or weeping forms. It is deciduous and flowers in March to April. The tree prefers full sun to partial shade and does best in moist but well‑drained soil across a broad range of soil types and pH levels.
About the genus
Acer is a genus of trees and shrubs commonly known as maples. The genus is placed in the soapberry family Sapindaceae. There are approximately 132 species, most of which are native to East Asia, with a number also appearing in Europe, northern Africa, and North America.
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In the garden
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) belongs to the genus Acer and sits within the group commonly called Japanese maples. This cultivar shows a mix of habits — upright, spreading, cascading or weeping — so individual plants can provide different silhouettes depending on pruning and site. It is deciduous and produces its spring flowers in March to April. Position it where it receives full sun or partial shade; the species tolerates exposure but will also perform in sheltered spots. Soil may be chalk, clay, loam or sand provided it remains moist but drains freely, and it accepts acid, neutral or alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness rating is H6, which equates to very hardy in British gardens. Use Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) as a specimen tree to give structural interest, plant into wildlife-friendly borders, or include where lower-maintenance trees are wanted. Suitable aspects include south-, east-, north- or west-facing sites, and it can be grown where conditions range from exposed to sheltered. Expect its branching to form distinctive upright, cascading or weeping outlines that contribute seasonal structure to a garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Acer
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading, Upright, Weeping, Cascading
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen trees, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw)
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Acer gall mite, Aphids, Caterpillars, Horse chestnut scale
- Disease resistance
- Verticillium wilt, Acer leaf scorch, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw)?
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) need?
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) hardy in the UK?
Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw)?
Seed, Grafting, Softwood cuttings.
More in the Acer genus
- Acer grosseri
- Acer palmatum 'Englishtown' (Dw)Japanese Maple
- Acer palmatum 'Korin' (A)Japanese Maple
- Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn'Shirasawa maple
