Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' - gold and orange autumn colour

Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star'

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£55.00

(Japanese Maple) Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' grows to be a large shrub or eventually a small, spreading tree with large, deeply divided green leaves in spring and summer. The autumn colour depends on the soil pH but is typically vibrant shades of golden-yellow or orange.

Best autumn colour if planted in a position with full sun or light, dappled shade with some shelter from strong winds. Grows well in a large container.

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Supplied Size:

3 litre pot (3-4 years old, 30-40 cm tall)

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(For any number of plants sent by courier)

Standard: £5.95
Shipped within 2-3 working days
Priority: £15
Shipped ASAP
Click & Collect: free
+5% discount

*Standard shipping is shown as default this can be changed during checkout.
Surcharges apply for delivery to Highlands & Islands.

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Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy. Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' will grow best when planted in an area sheltered from strong winds.
Rate of Growth: Slow.
Habit: Although looking like a small shrub initially, Acer palmatum 'Westonbirt Spreading Star' will grow to be a large shrub or small branching tree in time with a spreading sometimes slightly tiered habit.
- Height: 2.5 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
- Spread: 3 - 4 m (10 - 13 ft)

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Small (4m - 8m), Shrub - Large (3m+), Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Autumn Colour, Rare and Unusual, Suitable for Containers

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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