.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Viridis' Weeping Japanese Maple Acer palmatum dissectum 'Viridis' Description This cultivar features graceful, cascading branches with vibrant green foliage that turns stunning shades in autumn. Its delicate leaves display fine, dissected patterns, adding elegance to any landscape. Suggested Uses Ideal for focal points in small gardens, traditional Japanese gardens, or as an accent in shaded landscape beds. Perfect for creating a tranquil, ornamental setting. Plant Details Botanical Name: Viridis' Weeping Japanese Maple Acer palmatum dissectum 'Viridis' Common Name: Viridis' Weeping Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically 6-8 ft tall and wide with a softly cascading form. Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, dissected and finely lobed Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer, with insignificant flowers Growth Rate: Moderate, around 12 inches per year Light Requirements: Partial to full shade preferred; tolerates morning sun Attracts Pollinators: No significant attraction Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Mildly toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in partial shade. Water regularly to keep moist. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid both drought and waterlogging. Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil. Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Protect roots with mulch; generally hardy in zones 5-8. Planting Depth: plant at same depth as in container; do not plant too deep. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulching helps conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.