Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' — Bushy, Spreading, Upright, Weeping, Cascading

Overview

Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' is a bushy, spreading, upright, weeping, cascading shrubs in the genus Acer, part of the Sapindaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' 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 shirasawanum, the Shirasawa maple or fullmoon maple, is a species of maple native to Japan, on central and southern Honshū, Shikoku, and Kyūshū.

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 shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' 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 shirasawanum 'Red Dawn'

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 shirasawanum 'Red Dawn'?

Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' need?

Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' 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 shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' hardy in the UK?

Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn' 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 shirasawanum 'Red Dawn'?

Seed, Grafting, Softwood cuttings.

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