Wofford Arboretum Central Campus

Tree Details Hardiness zone: 5 – 8 Height: 15 – 20 Spread: equal to or greater than height Habit: Small, round-headed tree Light: Part shade Soil: Well-drained, moist soil with high organic matter Flowers: small, red to purple; May to June Fruit: 1/2 to 3/4 inch long red, winged fruit Landscape use: Beautiful tree for small gardens and terraces, gives an artistic touch to small landscape areas; many varieties useful as specimens or accent plants in borders and rock gardens History: Native range of Japanese Maple is Japan, China, and Korea; introduced to England in 1820; long cultivated by the Japanese Pests\Problems: Very few; botrytis in high humidity Significant Features: Best for deep reddish purple leaf color retention; excellent red fall color and beautiful red fruits; slow growth rate