Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

$250.00

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L 50cm 150L

Current Stock Height Guides

150L: Contact for a height guide.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.5m to 2m

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2.5m

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' is a low, mounding deciduous maple with finely dissected, lace like leaves. New growth opens orange red in spring, settles to bronze green over summer, then finishes deep scarlet in autumn. The weeping branches layer over one another as the plant ages, building a soft, rounded dome.

Part shade or morning sun suits it, with shelter from hot wind. It wants moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil and a good mulch layer to keep the roots cool. Frost tolerant once established, it performs across cool temperate to warm temperate districts. Growth is slow and pruning is rarely needed beyond removing crossing wood.

Use it where the cascade can fall freely, over a low wall, beside steps, in a raised bed, or in a wide container. It anchors small courtyard gardens and Japanese influenced schemes, and the layered branch framework still reads well in winter once the leaves drop. A dependable choice where seasonal colour matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Orangeola Weeping Japanese Maple

What is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola'?

It is a laceleaf Japanese maple with deeply dissected foliage and a low weeping habit. New leaves open orange red, shift to bronze green over summer and finish deep scarlet in autumn. The branches cascade and layer into a mound. It is grown as a small ornamental feature for courtyards, entries and containers.

How big does Orangeola grow?

It reaches around 1.5 to 2 metres in height and 2 to 2.5 metres across over many years, usually wider than it is tall. Final height depends partly on the graft height of the plant you buy. Because it is slow, an advanced specimen holds its scale in a small space for a long time.

How fast does Orangeola grow?

Slowly. Expect roughly 10 to 20 centimetres of extension a year once established, with most of that going into spread rather than height. This is why advanced stock is worth buying if you want immediate presence. Growth is slower again in containers, or where the plant is dry or exposed through summer.

Does Orangeola need sun or shade?

Part shade suits it best, meaning morning sun with shelter from hot afternoon sun and drying wind. The finely cut leaves have a great deal of surface area for their size and burn more easily than broad leaved maples. In cool temperate districts with reliable moisture it will take more sun without marking.

Can Orangeola grow in pots?

Yes. The weeping form suits a raised pot where the branches can fall over the rim. Use a container at least 500 millimetres wide with a quality free draining mix, and water consistently rather than heavily. Root prune or repot every three to four years, and keep the pot out of full afternoon sun.

When does Orangeola colour up in autumn?

Autumn colour usually develops from late March through May in southern Australia, running later in warmer districts and earlier in the highlands. The change from bronze green to scarlet is driven by cool nights, so the display is strongest after a season with a distinct autumn. The leaves then drop for winter.

How do I care for Orangeola?

Mulch well, keep the soil moist and free draining, and do not let it dry out completely in summer. A light application of slow release fertiliser in early spring is enough. Prune only in late winter, removing dead or crossing branches so the layered shape stays open. Hard pruning spoils the cascading habit.

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' Japanese Maple

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Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' is the classic burgundy Japanese Maple, with finely lobed purple-red foliage that holds rich colour through the entire growing season. Leaves emerge deep burgundy in spring, deepen through summer, and shift to vivid crimson in autumn, giving more sustained colour impact than green-leaved cultivars that only colour in autumn.

Atropurpureum grows to 4-6 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a rounded canopy form. The compact size and elegant branching habit suit residential gardens, courtyards, Japanese-style landscapes, and large pots, and the deep foliage colour contrasts beautifully against green hedges, pale walls, and architectural stonework.

Atropurpureum performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW Southern Highlands, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA. In warmer climates plant in part shade to protect foliage from scorching, in well-drained soil with consistent moisture during dry spells.

Atropurpureum or Osakazuki? Both are upright Acer palmatum cultivars. Atropurpureum holds deep burgundy-purple foliage through the whole growing season. Osakazuki has bright green summer foliage that transitions to famously brilliant scarlet in autumn. Choose Atropurpureum for continuous purple foliage, or Osakazuki for explosive autumn impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' Japanese Maple

How tall does Atropurpureum grow?

Atropurpureum grows to 4-6 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a rounded canopy form.

How fast does Atropurpureum grow?

Atropurpureum has a moderate growth rate of 30-50cm per year once established.

What colour is Atropurpureum?

Atropurpureum produces deep burgundy to purple-red foliage in spring, holding rich colour through summer, then deepening to vivid crimson in autumn before leaves drop. Its summer colour holds better than many other red-leaf maples.

Where in Australia does Atropurpureum grow best?

Atropurpureum performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW Southern Highlands, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA. In warmer climates plant in part shade to protect foliage from scorching.

Can Atropurpureum grow in pots?

Yes. Atropurpureum is excellent in large pots (60L+) and is widely used as a courtyard, balcony, or entrance feature.

What is the difference between Atropurpureum and standard Japanese Maple?

Standard Acer palmatum produces green spring foliage with red-orange autumn colour. Atropurpureum offers rich burgundy-purple foliage through the growing season, making it the choice for continuous colour rather than just autumn impact.

Is Atropurpureum deciduous?

Yes. Atropurpureum is fully deciduous. It drops its crimson autumn foliage in winter and produces new burgundy spring leaves.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple works in an:

Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple Evergreen or Deciduous?

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.5m to 2m

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2.5m

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow).

Growth Rate of Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow).

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple frost tolerant?

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple Flower?

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' produces small clusters of red flowers in spring as the new foliage emerges. The flowers are subtle and incidental to the main ornamental display, which is the dissected weeping foliage and its spring and autumn colour.

Does Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Red

Is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple an Australian Native Tree?

No

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is Native to Native to Japan, Korea, and China, where Acer palmatum grows in woodland and forest margins. 'Orangeola' is a long-cultivated weeping dissectum selection.

What is the Wildlife Value of Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple ?

Its small spring flowers provide a nectar source for bees and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense lace-like canopy offers light shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects through the warmer months.

How much Sunlight does Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple need?

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple will thrive best in:

Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' performs best in moist, well-drained loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH and consistent moisture. Mulch keeps root conditions cool through summer. Avoid alkaline, persistently wet, or compacted soils, which compromise root health and seasonal colour. Maintain even moisture during establishment for best long-term performance.

Is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple Drought Tolerant?

Is Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple Drought tolerant?

During establishment it requires regular watering, but once established Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' develops moderate drought tolerance. Suited to cool temperate and warm temperate climates, it maintains foliage density and seasonal colour with only occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

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How To Plant Your Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow).

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, keep the root zone consistently moist with weekly deep watering and additional water during hot dry spells.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for scale or sooty mould in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple in Different Soil

Acer palmatum performs best in rich, well-drained loam with a slightly acidic pH and consistent moisture. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage and organic matter are managed well.

Sandy soil: Free-draining but enrich heavily with compost and mulch deeply to hold moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost, and mound slightly to lift the root zone.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent flowering.

pH: Slightly acidic preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter or pine bark to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does 'Orangeola' suit a courtyard or pot?
A. Yes. The compact weeping form and slow growth make it well suited to courtyards, raised beds, and large decorative containers.

Q. How much sun does it tolerate?
A. Best in part shade with morning sun. Harsh afternoon sun can scorch the finely dissected foliage.

Q. What soil conditions does it prefer?
A. Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils with consistent moisture and a mulched root zone.

Q. Is it frost tolerant?
A. Yes. Once established it handles light to moderate frost without damage.

Q. What pruning does it need?
A. Minimal. Remove crossing or damaged branches in late winter only when required.