Autumn Moon Full Moon Japanese Maple
Overview: A full moon maple grown for its gold foliage tinged apricot-orange that deepens further in fall.
Mature size: Approximately 10–15 ft. tall and wide.
Sun exposure: Partial shade; some morning sun is fine but protect from hot afternoon sun
Flowering season: Small flowers in mid-spring, not showy from a distance
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8
Water needs: Average; consistent moisture in well-drained soil
Special features: A full moon maple, a close relative of Japanese maple with rounder, more finely lobed leaves; slower growing and generally more sun-tolerant than Acer palmatum; deer and rabbit resistant
Wildlife value: Minor nectar source for early-season pollinators
Botanical name: Acer shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon'
Category: Japanese Maples