Acer palmatum 'Cider Hill' (Japanese Maple 'Cider Hill') brings a calm, architectural presence to your landscape with its finely divided, palmate leaves and layered branching. You can use it as a specimen near an entry, as a focal point in a mixed border, or as a small-scale tree to soften patios and walkways. At maturity, plan for roughly 120-144 inches in height and about 96-120 inches in spread, so give it room to show off its natural form.

For best performance, site it where it gets gentle light: full sun is fine in cooler climates, while part shade (especially afternoon shade) helps protect foliage in warmer zones or exposed locations. Shelter from drying winds and intense late-day sun will reduce stress and keep the canopy looking its best through the season.

Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, and keep the root zone evenly moist while the tree establishes. A 2-3 inch layer of mulch helps buffer temperature swings and conserve moisture; keep mulch a few inches back from the trunk. Water deeply during dry spells rather than frequent shallow watering, and avoid letting the site dry out completely during summer heat.

Prune lightly and only as needed to remove crossing, damaged, or congested branches, ideally when the structure is easy to see. With a naturally elegant habit, this cultivar typically looks best with minimal shaping. It also does well in a large container when provided consistent moisture, good drainage, and a protected placement.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 6-8 (-10 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate
• Mature height: 120-144"
• Spread: 96-120"

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