The Green Globe Japanese Maple, also known as Acer Palmatum Dissectum ‘Green Globe,’ is an appealing variety highly regarded for its lush and vibrant green foliage. This cultivar is cherished for its compact size, dense and rounded growth habit, and its striking green leaves. Green Globe, typically exhibits a dense and mounded shape, resembling a rounded green globe, as the name suggests. Its foliage emerges as a fresh green color in the spring and retains its vivid hue throughout the growing season, adding a touch of elegance and tranquility to garden landscapes.

Product Specifications

• Botanical Name: Acer Palmatum Dissectum Green Globe
• Mature Height: 2-4 meters
• Mature Width: 2-4 meters
• Graft Height: 1.2 meters
• Foliage: Green lace style foliage with spectacular Autumn colour change
• Form/Habit: Upright, rounded
• Uses: Feature tree, feature planters
• Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
• Soil: Most soil types, though prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil
• Drought Hardy: Moderate
• Position:  Prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun; prefers slight wind protection
• Maintenance Level: Low, no need to prune
• Water Requirement: Low – medium
• Planter Suitability: Yes
• Native: No

Commonly Asked Questions

Will the foliage on Green Globe change during Autumn?

Yes, Green Globe has a stunning Autumn transformation. Lace like green foliage transforms into a spectacular vibrant red.

Are Green Globe maples suitable for planter pots?

Yes, they are. Be sure you are selecting a pot with plenty of room for the plant to grow; you may find that the pot size needs to be increased in a few years. . With a mature height of 2-4 meters, this smaller growing is particularly suitable for planter pots. Please note that, like with all plants, they will grow quicker in the ground than in a pot; however, if you have a small garden, courtyard, or paved area or are in a rental property, this can be a good thing, depending on your needs. Please ensure you use quality soil in your pot, slow-release fertilisers, and keep up the watering, as pots dry out more quickly than ground planting.

Do I need to prune my Japanese Maple?

There is no need to prune your Maple; sit back and enjoy the glorious natural form of your Japanese Maple. Pruning can be effective if you want to open your Maple into a specific canopy shape. Otherwise, it’s best left alone to Mother Nature.