Acer palmatum 'Skeeter’s Broom’

Description

Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter's Broom’ is a small cultivar of Japanese maple, known for its dense, compact habit. It stands out for its compact shape, reaching a height of about 3-4 metres. The purple leaves change colour during the season to turn a fiery red in autumn, making it an eye-catcher. ‘Skeeter's Broom’ is often chosen as an ornamental plant for its elegant habit and leaf colour.

Requirements:
Acer palmatum ’Skeeter’s Broom’ prefers semi-shaded or shaded positions and fertile, well-drained soil with moderate moisture. The plant is quite sensitive to strong sun, which can burn its leaves, so it does best in locations protected from intense sunlight. It is also advisable to provide it with shelter from the wind, which aids its healthy growth and appearance.

• Leaves: Purple and green in summer, changing to beautiful shades of orange and red in autumn.
• Cut: Compact form, well suited to medium and small gardens.
• Elegance: The Japanese maple is considered one of the most beautiful ornamental plants, its subtlety fitting perfectly into a variety of garden arrangements.

Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter's Broom’ will perform well in:

• Cottage gardens: It can be planted as a solitary, enhancing its beauty in small spaces.
• Japanese gardens: Its form and foliage fit perfectly with the aesthetics of Zen-style gardens.
• Perennial plants: They often act as a background for other plants, adding beauty and colour.

• Small requirements: ‘Skeeter's Broom’ is relatively easy to grow and its small size means it will fit into even the smallest gardens.
• Esthetics and colours: It offers amazing spectacles of colour all year round, attracting the eye and creating beautiful scenery in the garden.
• Provides shade: The high density of foliage means that it can provide shade for other plants, which is important on hot days.

Acer palmatum ‘Skeeter's Broom’ is an excellent choice for any gardener who wants to bring charm and elegance yet variety to their garden.