Acer palmatum 'Going Green' (arce japonés)

Acer palmatum 'Going Green' is a modern and exceptionally beautiful variety of Japanese maple, valued for its shiny green leaves and spectacular autumn coloration.

The tree has a rounded, medium-compact shape with moderate and elegant growth. The leaves are palmate, deeply lobed, with a bright and intense green color in spring and summer, which holds up very well even in warm conditions. In autumn, they turn vibrant shades of orange, deep red, and gold, offering an impressive color display.

Main features:

• Size: 3–5 m height and width at maturity
• Leaves: shiny green, palmate, with spectacular autumn coloration
• Form: rounded, elegant, compact
• Resistance: good heat and light drought tolerance (more resistant than many other Japanese maple varieties)
• Use: ideal for small gardens, terraces, large pots, or as a solitary specimen

Simple and practical care:

• Light: full sun or partial shade (autumn color is more intense in the sun)
• Soil: rich, well-drained, slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5)
• Watering: regular, especially in the first 2–3 years; tolerates drier periods well once mature
• Pruning: done in spring or late autumn to maintain shape and encourage branching
• Fertilizing: light, in spring and summer, with fertilizer for acid-loving plants

Acer palmatum 'Going Green' is an excellent choice if you want a decorative, compact tree with strong visual impact all year round. It looks stunning both in the garden and in a large pot on the terrace or balcony!

Possibility to transform Acer palmatum 'Going Green' into a bonsai

Acer palmatum 'Going Green' is an excellent choice for bonsai due to its medium-sized leaves, spectacular seasonal colors, and slow growth, which makes shaping easier.

Pot diameter 9 cm
Height including pot approx. 30 cm

Leaf shade varies depending on growing conditions.