Deciduous And Flowering Trees
Golden full moon maple
Acer shirasawanum 'Aureum'
Golden full moon maple carries rounded leaves that emerge lemon yellow in spring, soften to chartreuse through summer, and may turn orange red in autumn. Red samaras add another seasonal detail. This slow growing deciduous maple forms a rounded small tree or large shrub, reaching about 8 feet tall and 7 feet wide in ten years. Over time, it may reach roughly 15–20 feet tall and 15–20 feet across. In Southwest Washington, it suits a sheltered shade edge or small garden focal point. Give it partial shade, rich, well-drained soil, and regular summer water to protect its foliage from scorch.
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At a glance
- Mature height
- About 15–20 ft over time
- Mature spread
- About 15–20 ft over time
- Light
- Partial shade or light shade
- Hardiness
- USDA Zones 5–8
The right plant, the right place
Make room for something good.
Its rounded form and changing leaf color make this maple a focal point in a small garden or at a shade edge. It can also grow as a patio or container specimen.
Where to plant
Set it beyond the reach of reflected heat and drying wind. Allow roughly 15–20 feet of width for its long-term growth.
Through the seasons
Lemon-yellow leaves emerge in spring and become chartreuse in summer. Red samaras may appear, followed by orange-red autumn color.
Southwest Washington gardens
Give it a good start.
Southwest Washington's maritime climate suits this maple in a sheltered, lightly shaded garden. Summer irrigation helps maintain its foliage through dry spells.
Soil, drainage & water
Plant in rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly through summer, especially during dry weather.
A little care goes a long way
Growing well, season after season.
Remove dead, broken, or poorly formed branches as needed; little other pruning is required. Protect tender spring growth from late frost.
Know what to look for
Common growing concerns.
Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.
Leaf scorch
Leaf edges brown or foliage declines during hot, dry weather.
Help your plant thrive
Plant in partial shade away from hot afternoon sun and drying wind. Mulch and water regularly in summer.
Aphids
Distorted growth or sticky honeydew on leaves.
Help your plant thrive
Monitor tender growth for aphids and confirm the cause before treating.
Bacterial leaf spot and dieback
Leaf spots or dying shoot tips during wet weather.
Help your plant thrive
Monitor affected growth and identify the cause before treatment.
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