Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter’s Broom’

Japanese Maple 'Skeeter's Broom'

Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter’s Broom’ is a narrow, upright shrub reaching around 2m in height. Its five-lobed leaves open bright red in spring, deepen to purple-red in summer, and finish in a ruby-red display in autumn. Compact in habit and flowering in spring, it offers months of changing colour. Low maintenance and suitable for containers or borders, it is a fine option for Irish gardeners with smaller spaces.

4.0 L HEIGHT: 50 cm – 60 cm €40,99
7.5 L HEIGHT: 80 cm – 100 cm €75,99
10.0 L HEIGHT: 100 cm – 125 cm €141,99
15.0 L HEIGHT: 100 cm – 120 cm €124,99
35.0 L HEIGHT: 175 cm – 200 cm €527,99

SKU: ACE-4L-TL7M8U-RJ1O9B

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Flowering Months

Jan J

Feb F

Mar M

Apr A

May M

Jun J

Jul J

Aug A

Sep S

Oct O

Nov N

Dec D

Size

Max Height

1.5 m — 2.5 m

Max Spread

1.5 m — 2.5 m

Growth Habit

Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.

Planting Position

Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.

Full Sun Part Shade

Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.

South East West

Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.

Sheltered

Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.

(−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.

Chalk Clay Loam Sand

Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.

Moist but permeable / Free draining

Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.

Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses

Patios / Courtyards
Containers
Rockeries
Banks / Slopes

Merits

Low Maintenance

Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter’s Broom’

Japanese Maple 'Skeeter's Broom'

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