Medium to large upright maple with deeply cut leaves. The foliage emerges yellow-orange in spring, then turns a darker green. The fall color is bright orange-red. Tolerates humidity. Fast growing. Botanical Name- Acer palmatum ‘Fascination’ Pronunciation- AY-sir pal-MAY-tum Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 25 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part shade Soil Preferences- Prefers organic rich well drained soil Current Size- 7 Bloom Color- Bloom Time- Companion Plants- Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds) Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C52 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly in late winter or early spring, avoiding heavy cuts. Water consistently, especially during hot spells, and mulch to protect roots. Feed lightly in spring. Trimming Instructions- Light pruning in late winter or summer to shape. Avoid harsh pruning to preserve delicate structure. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose
