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Acer palmatum Dissectum Ornatum - Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum Dissectum Ornatum
Japanese Maple, Palmate Maple

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Plant received in very good condition and very well packaged, as always. Planted as soon as it arrived in December, I was a bit worried that the very low temperatures would be detrimental to a good recovery. And, in fact, everything went well. Since the end of March, multitudes of little leaves have appeared. The young plant is small but magnificent. I am delighted.

Marie-Anne, 04/04/2023

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Vigorous but small, this Japanese Maple quickly forms a wide, spreading cushion with arching branches, resembling a parasol. Its finely and deeply cut foliage changes from light bronze-red in spring to bronze-green in summer before igniting in autumn with shades of crimson red and orange. This attractive variety adds a unique personality to the garden or terrace, quickly becoming the focal point.
Flower size
1 cm
Height at maturity
1.25 m
Spread at maturity
90 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Acer palmatum 'Ornatum' is one of the oldest varieties of Japanese Maple cultivated in Europe. A variety appreciated for over 100 years for its miniature weeping willow-like appearance and its foliage that changes colour throughout the seasons. The bush is vigorous but small, and develops arched branches. It bears finely laciniate foliage, similar to that of A. palmatum 'Dissectum'. Its foliage is more colourful at the beginning of the season, before igniting in autumn with red-orange tones, or even yellow-orange, a colour rarely observed in Dissectum varieties. This charming little tree gives a unique personality to the garden or terrace, quickly becoming the focal point.

 

Native to eastern China, Korea, and Japan, Acer palmatum is the origin of a multitude of horticultural varieties that compete in beauty. Like all maples, it belongs to the Sapindaceae family (formerly Aceraceae). It is relatively hardy but only tolerates limestone-free soils.

The 'Ornatum' cultivar, of medium growth, eventually takes on a spreading cushion shape, then an umbrella shape, slightly taller than wide. Depending on growing conditions, it will reach an average height of 1.25m (4ft) with a width of 90cm (35in) to 1m (3ft) at maturity. This small tree has reddish-brown bark and develops magnificent deciduous leaves, shaped like palm leaves with deeply incised lobes. Its foliage is splendid when illuminated by the sun, and changes colour each season: it goes from light bronze-red in spring to bronze-green in summer, and finally to autumnal hues. The leaves are opposite, 5 to 10cm (2 to 4in) long, with 7 very narrow lobes and finely toothed edges. Inconspicuous green-purple flowers bloom in May-June. The flowers, grouped in small clusters, sometimes produce fruits with recurved wings, called samaras, measuring 3cm (1in) in length.

 

Acer palmatum 'Ornatum' prefers acidic, moist, humus-rich, well-drained, partially shaded soil, sheltered from cold and dry winds. This variety tolerates heat quite well, although it prefers a shaded exposure. Compact but sculptural, it is well suited for small gardens, as well as for ornamenting terraces, patios, and shaded rock gardens. Azaleas, pieris, rhododendrons, wild camellias, and heathers will be its most beautiful companions. It can be trained as a magnificent bonsai in a flat tray. Combine several varieties of Japanese maple to vary the colours and foliage structures; the effect is always stunning at the end of the season. Its purple and red shades go beautifully with variegated foliage (dogwoods, elaeagnus, dappled willows), or golden yellow foliage like that of Gleditsia 'Sunburst', for example.

 

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Acer palmatum Dissectum Ornatum - Japanese Maple (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.25 m
Spread at maturity 90 cm
Habit spreading
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time April to May
Inflorescence Corymb

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Acer

Species

palmatum

Cultivar

Dissectum Ornatum

Family

Aceraceae

Other common names

Japanese Maple, Palmate Maple

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference839122

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Planting and care

Plant in spring or autumn in preferably light, acidic, humus-rich, deep, soft and well-drained soil, in a semi-shaded or shaded position, sheltered from cold and dry winds. This variety tolerates hot climates fairly well, but will then need a fairly early shaded exposure during the day. The soil should be kept moist by mulching in summer, if necessary, but should not be waterlogged in winter. Add a significant amount of organic matter every 3 years to ensure a good humus content in the soil. Mulch if necessary, water, and mist the foliage on hot evenings. Winter pruning is limited to balancing the branches. Treat preventively against scale insects and Verticillium, a fungal disease that occurs in heavy and overly moist soil.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-drained, rich in humus.

Care

Pruning instructions Winter pruning is limited to balancing the branches.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time October to December
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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