Weeping Japanese Maple 'Viridis' Tree

Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Viridis’, often called green laceleaf Japanese maple, forms a low, cascading mound with finely divided leaves. New foliage is bright green in spring, deepens through summer, and may turn yellow with orange or crimson tones in fall; its branching adds structure after leaf drop. ## Form and size [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/152181/acer-palmatum-var-dissectum-viridis/details) gives a mature range of 5–8 ft tall and wide. Kentucky Nursery Crop Extension reports plants commonly grow wider than tall, around 6–10 ft high and 12–20 ft wide. Eventual spread depends on training and growing conditions. Use it as a specimen near a patio, in a rock garden, or in a large container. ## Siting and soil Grow in moist but well-drained soil. RHS supports full sun or partial shade; [Spirit Hill Maples](https://www.spirithillmaplenursery.com/our-collection-of-maple-trees-1/acer-palmatum-var.-dissectum-'viridis') recommends afternoon shade where hot exposure could scorch delicate leaves. “Viridis” is sometimes used broadly for green dissectum forms; confirm the nursery’s named selection and training when ordering. See [University of Kentucky Nursery Crop Extension](https://nursery-crop-extension.mgcafe.uky.edu/content/acer-palmatum-var-dissectum). ## Maintenance Water during dry spells, especially while establishing, and mulch to moderate soil moisture without piling it against stems. The cascading form needs little shaping; remove damaged growth as needed.