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| Beginner skill rating |
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| 2m max. spread |
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| 2m max. height |
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| 10-20 years to maturity |
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| 1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Acer palmatum 'Crippsii'
Other names: Japanese maple 'Crippsii'
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Genus: Acer
Variety or cultivar: 'Crippsii' _ 'Crippsii' is a slow-growing, deciduous shrub with deep-green, finely cut leaves with serrated margins that curl slightly. In autumn, leaves turn shades of yellow, orange or red.
Acer palmatum 'Crippsii' is: Deciduous
Foliage: Bright-green in Summer; Red, Orange, Yellow in Autumn
Habit: Upright
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Specific pests: Horse chestnut scale , Aphids
Specific diseases: Verticillium wilt
Propagation methods: Grafting, Softwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...
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Acer palmatum 'Crippsii' (Japanese maple 'Crippsii') will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 2m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Containers, Low Maintenance, City, Architectural, Rock, Foliage only
Cultivation: Grow in moist but well-drained, acid or neutral soil. Foliage colour is best in part shade, although full sun can be tolerated. Leaf scorch can be caused by dry soil or excessive exposure to frost, sun or wind when leaves are young.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Clay, Loamy, Sandy | |
| Soil drainage: | Well-drained, Moist but well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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