Acer Shirasawanum Aureum

Description

Acer Shirasawanum Aureum, also known as the Golden Full Moon maple, is a small deciduous tree that belongs to the Aceraceae family. It is native to the mountains of Japan and grows up to 20 feet tall with a spread of about 15 feet. The leaves are deeply lobed with a bright golden-yellow color that fades to a yellow-green in the summer. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown, and the tree produces small clusters of yellow-green flowers in the spring.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

The Acer Shirasawanum Aureum is a beautiful and unique Japanese maple tree with a bright golden-yellow color that fades to a yellow-green in the summer. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a texture like velvet. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown, and the tree produces small clusters of yellow-green flowers in the spring. In the fall, the leaves turn a vibrant orange-red color that is breathtaking.

Care Guide

To care for an Acer Shirasawanum Aureum, it is important to keep it well-watered and fertilized. The soil should be well-draining, and the tree should be planted in partial shade to full sun. It is hardy in zones 5-7, but can also be grown in other zones with proper care.

Water

The tree should be watered regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. The soil should be kept moist, but not waterlogged.

Fertilization

The tree should be fertilized in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer.

Soil

The soil should be well-draining and rich in organic matter.

Sunlight

The tree should be planted in partial shade to full sun.

Hardiness Zones

The Acer Shirasawanum Aureum is hardy in zones 5-7, but can also be grown in other zones with proper care.

Common Pests & Diseases

The Acer Shirasawanum Aureum is generally a healthy tree, but can be susceptible to some pests and diseases.

Pests

The tree can be affected by aphids, scale insects, and Japanese beetles.

Diseases

The tree can be affected by verticillium wilt, anthracnose, and powdery mildew.

Habitat

The Acer Shirasawanum Aureum is native to the mountains of Japan and grows well in temperate climates. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and partial shade to full sun.

Question and Answer

Q: How fast does the Acer Shirasawanum Aureum grow?

A: The Acer Shirasawanum Aureum is a slow-growing tree and can take several years to reach its full height.

Q: What is the best time to prune the Acer Shirasawanum Aureum?

A: The best time to prune the tree is in the late winter or early spring before new growth appears.

Q: Can the Acer Shirasawanum Aureum be grown in a container?

A: Yes, the tree can be grown in a container as long as it is watered and fertilized regularly.

Q: Is the Acer Shirasawanum Aureum deer-resistant?

A: Yes, the tree is deer-resistant.

Related Plants

• Acer palmatum
• Acer japonicum
• Acer circinatum
• Acer griseum

References

• “Acer shirasawanum ‘Aureum’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=l750. Accessed 21 Apr. 2021.
• “Golden Full Moon Japanese Maple.” Monrovia, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/132/golden-full-moon-japanese-maple/. Accessed 21 Apr. 2021.
• “Acer Shirasawanum Aureum.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/24591/Acer-shirasawanum-Aureum/Details. Accessed 21 Apr. 2021.