Acer Palmatum 'Linearilobum' 62cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree

Acer Palmatum 'Linearilobum' 62cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree

Acer palmatum ‘Linearilobum’ is a striking Japanese maple cultivar, distinguished by its narrow, strap-like leaves which give it a uniquely delicate, almost bamboo-like appearance. This variety is part of the group often called threadleaf or linear-lobed Japanese maples, offering a...
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Acer Palmatum 'Linearilobum' 62cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree

Acer Palmatum 'Linearilobum' 62cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree

£2,000.00

Acer Palmatum 'Linearilobum' 62cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree

£2,000.00
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Acer palmatum ‘Linearilobum’ is a striking Japanese maple cultivar, distinguished by its narrow, strap-like leaves which give it a uniquely delicate, almost bamboo-like appearance. This variety is part of the group often called threadleaf or linear-lobed Japanese maples, offering a very different texture to typical broad palmate forms.

🌿 Key Features:

  • Foliage: Long, thin, ribbon-like lobes form graceful, finely divided leaves. In spring, foliage emerges a vivid bright red, softening to a rich greenish-red to burgundy through summer. In autumn, it turns brilliant fiery red and orange, giving a spectacular display.

  • Habit: Forms a small, upright, elegant tree with a light, airy canopy. Typically grows to 3–4 metres high with a spread of 2–3 metres, developing a softly rounded shape as it matures.

  • Bark: Smooth grey-brown branches give subtle winter structure after leaf fall.

The fine, linear foliage makes ‘Linearilobum’ a wonderful contrast plant, ideal for adding delicate texture and movement to borders, woodland gardens, or Japanese-themed plantings.


🌱 Detailed Care Guide for Acer palmatum ‘Linearilobum’

📍 Position & Light

  • Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.

  • Will tolerate some morning or early afternoon sun, which enhances colour, but protect from hot midday or late afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.

  • Always plant in a sheltered position, away from strong winds.

🌬️ Shelter

  • Important to avoid exposed spots. Wind can easily damage the narrow, delicate leaf lobes, causing them to brown or tear.

💧 Watering

  • Likes soil to be consistently moist but well-drained.

  • Water deeply during dry spells, particularly when newly planted or if grown in containers.

  • Apply a mulch in spring to conserve moisture and keep roots cool.

🪴 Soil

  • Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, fertile, humus-rich soil.

  • Avoid heavy clay or highly alkaline soils. If necessary, plant in raised beds or containers using ericaceous compost with added grit for drainage.

🍽️ Feeding

  • Feed lightly in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser or a specific feed for acers.

  • Avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers which can promote soft growth more prone to wind or frost damage.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

  • Requires very little pruning.

  • Remove any dead, damaged or crossing branches in late autumn or winter while dormant.

  • Avoid hard pruning, which ruins its naturally airy form.

🪲 Pests & Problems

  • Generally pest-free and low maintenance.

  • May occasionally attract aphids on soft new shoots.

  • Leaf scorch (brown edges) usually results from drought, strong winds or intense sun, not disease.

🚰 Container Growing

  • Excellent choice for large pots, especially if garden soil is unsuitable.

  • Use ericaceous compost with added grit, ensure the pot drains freely and is raised on feet.

  • Keep consistently watered, and protect container roots in harsh winters by wrapping or moving to a sheltered spot.

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