Acer palmatum dissectum 'Waterfall' (Japanese Maple 'Waterfall') is prized for its finely dissected, laceleaf foliage and naturally cascading habit. This slow-growing ornamental forms a graceful mound that can be trained as a small tree or allowed to drape toward the ground, making it an excellent specimen near patios, entryways, or garden paths.

Give your Japanese maple a protected site with consistent moisture and good drainage. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in warmer areas, but it can also handle sun to part shade when soil moisture is steady and the plant is sheltered from drying winds. Rich, organically amended soil helps roots stay cool and evenly moist.

Plant at the same depth it was growing in the pot, then water deeply to settle the soil. A 2-3 inch layer of mulch over the root zone (kept back from the trunk) reduces temperature swings and conserves moisture. Water regularly during the first growing season, and continue to soak during extended dry spells to reduce leaf scorch and stress.

At maturity, expect roughly 72-96 inches tall with a broad, arching spread. Prune lightly and selectively to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches, and to maintain the natural waterfall form. With the right siting and steady care, 'Waterfall' brings cool green texture in summer and a bright golden display with red accents in fall.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-8 (-20 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
• Mature height: 72-96"
• Spread: 96-120"
• Cascades: Yes

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