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Moonrise™ full moon maple

Acer shirasawanum 'Munn 001'

Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise'

This tree offers many reasons to get excited:bright red spring foliage, wonderful chartreuse summer color, a vigorous growth habit, and an increased sun tolerance.  It has a big, beautiful open form, similar to Aureum.

Noteworthy CharacteristicsCherry red spring color, increased sun tolerance.

CareSlightly acidic, well-drained soil, consistent water.

PropagationGrafted

ProblemsLow salts tolerance Information provided by Essence of the Tree

  • Genus : Acer
  • Plant Width : 15 to 30 feet
  • Zones : 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
  • Uses : Containers, Foundation Plantings, Front Yard, Pathways, Sun
  • Plant Seasonal Interest : Fall Interest
  • Tolerance : Frost Tolerant
  • Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Maintenance : Low
  • Moisture : Medium to Wet
  • Growth Rate : Moderate
  • Characteristics : Showy Foliage
  • Bloom Time : Spring
  • Plant Type : Trees

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