Acer palmatum 'Aureum'

A tall and densely branched, vase-shaped shrub, Acer palmatum 'Aureum' has unusual butter-yellow young growth if in a warm, sunny position. The leaves turn to a darker yet still attractive, golden-green as they age later in summer and then turn colourful shades of yellow, orange or red before falling in autumn. 

Acer palmatum 'Aureum' is an excellent foliage plant for a position in sun or light, dappled shade. Although though it will grow in reasonably heavy shade, the leaves will be a much darker green in colour.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Acer palmatum 'Aureum' grows to be a large branching shrub or eventually a very small tree.
  • Height: up to 4 m (13 ft) / [up to 2 m (6 ft) after 10 years]
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft) / [up to 1.5 m (5 ft) after 10 years]