Acer palmatum ‘First Ghost’

(First Ghost Japanese Maple)


Size Price
3-GALLON $119.99

Hardiness Zones:

 5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b  9a

Quick Overview:

Acer palmatum ‘First Ghost’ is the first of the reticulated leaf form ghost series from Talon Buchholz. ‘First Ghost’ requires afternoon shade in most climates  and mostly shade in hotter areas. Growing more upright when young, with age it becomes as wide or wider than tall. ‘First Ghost’ boasts outstanding spring color that is predominately creamy white or yellow with dark veins and red margins. The variegation on ‘First Ghost’  holds longer into the summer than any reticulated cultivar we grow. Fall color is bright orange to red.

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Description

Easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Grows well in sandy loams. May be grown in full sun in the northern parts of its growing range, but prefers some part afternoon shade in the southern parts of its growing range. New foliage may scorch in full sun locations in hot summers areas, particularly if soils are not kept consistently moist. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Site in locations protected from strong winds. Avoid hot and dry sites. Fertilize in spring before leaves emerge. Pruning is best kept to a minimum, but if needed should be done in late fall to mid winter. Spring or summer pruning often results in significant bleeding.  (Courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)

Additional information

Common Name

First Ghost Japanese Maple

Botanical Name

Acer palmatum 'First Ghost'

Evergreen or Deciduous

Deciduous

Hardiness Zone

5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun

Height

6-8'

Width

6-8'

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

White with green veins and red-purple edges

Deer Resistant

No

Fall Color

Bright orange to red

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