Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw) (Japanese Maple) — Bushy, Spreading, Upright, Weeping, Cascading

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.

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.

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