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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Russia

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Acer monoAcer mono

Painted Maple

In Stock: 5.938 lb (Total:5.938lb)

Acer mono

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5.94 lb

Details

Germination:

43%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

8,811

Quantity:

5.94 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837450

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Russia

Native

Introduced

Acer mono (or Acer pictum mono), also known as Painted Maple, is a captivating landscape addition native to the forests of Eastern Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, Mongolia, and eastern Russia. Perfectly suited for zones 5 to 8, this deciduous tree stands as an excellent specimen or accent piece in gardens, patios, and smaller areas, owing to its manageable height of 30-40 feet with an equally wide spread and a rounded, symmetrical crown that catches the eye.

Come spring, Painted Maple showcases delicate clusters of greenish-yellow flowers accompanied by bronze-tinted leaves that soon mature into a vibrant green. As the seasons shift, the foliage transforms into a stunning array of yellow, orange, or scarlet hues, earning its moniker as the "Painted Maple." Its unique structural dynamics, with thick roots and a distinctive trunk, evoke the elegance typically reserved for bonsai artistry.

Renowned for its low maintenance, Painted Maple thrives in well-drained, medium moisture soils with a preference for part shade and acidic conditions. Despite its elegance, it boasts hardy resistance to common diseases and pests, ensuring long-lasting beauty in your landscape. Add the Acer mono to your collection and enjoy its seasonally dynamic beauty and architectural grace year-round.