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Lace-leaf Maple

Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Garnet'

Illustration of Lace-leaf Maple

Lace-leaf Maple is a shrub for focal point, suited to full sun to partial shade and loam or acid soil, flowering varies by climate.

TypeShrub
Mature height150 cm
Spread200 cm
Aspectfull sun to partial shade
FoliageDeciduous
HardinessUSDA 5b-8b, RHS H6
Pollinator-friendlyNo
Pet-safeYes

Where to use it in a border

At around 150 cm, it sits best toward the back of a border, or on its own as a focal point with room around it. Give it about 200 cm of room to spread. It is hardy across USDA zones 5b to 8b and rated H6 by the RHS, so check it suits your area before planting.

It appears in our lists of shade, acid soil, pet-safe plants.

Border Builder uses Lace-leaf Maple's height, spread, soil, bloom months and companions to place it in a full border plan for your own conditions, on iPhone and iPad.

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Flowering through the year

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Worth knowing

Good companions

Plants that share its conditions and style, chosen to complement its place in the border:

Garden styles

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