Orangeola Japanese Maple

Orangeola Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola')

Orangeola Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum dissectum 'Orangeola') is a vigorous laceleaf selection noted for cascading, weeping branches and repeated flushes of orange red new growth that overlay the mature green foliage, culminating in brilliant orange to red fall color; its compact, dome shaped habit provides long season interest in rock gardens, borders, and near water features.

Distinctive Features

'Orangeola' is renowned for multiple flushes of orange red foliage through the season, each layering over finely dissected green leaves; the weeping canopy forms a graceful mound with exceptional orange scarlet autumn tones.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Morning sun to partial shade; provide afternoon protection in hot climates.
• Soil: Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Keep evenly moist; avoid drought and waterlogged soil.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8.
• Mature Size: 4 to 6 ft tall, 6 to 8 ft wide, cascading mound.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Repeating orange flushes create dynamic color all season.
• Rock Gardens: Drapes elegantly over stones and low walls.
• Water Features: Reflective texture and color near ponds and streams.
• Containers: Performs well in large, sheltered planters.
• Banks and Slopes: Weeping habit softens edges and cascades naturally.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deep soak during dry spells to maintain steady moisture.
• Pruning: Light thinning in late winter to refine the cascade; avoid heavy midsummer cuts.
• Fertilizing: Apply a light, balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring.
• Mulching: 2 to 3 inches over the root zone to conserve moisture and moderate temperature; keep mulch off the trunk.
• Notes: Shelter from drying wind to limit leaf scorch; generally trouble free in well drained soil.

Why Choose Orangeola Japanese Maple?

• Season Long Color: Multiple orange red flushes plus fiery fall display.
• Graceful Weeping Form: Finely cut foliage creates a soft, flowing mound.
• Compact Footprint: Fits small gardens, patios, and containers.
• Textural Contrast: Lacy leaves complement conifers and broadleaf evergreens.
• Reliable Performance: Proven vigor and color in protected sites.

For the richest color and healthiest canopy, provide morning sun with afternoon shade and maintain consistent, well drained soil moisture.