{"product_id":"japansk-lon-acer-palmatum-fro-20-stk","title":"Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japansk løn, Japansk ahorn\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese maple, Palmate maple\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"340\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"355\" data-start=\"340\"\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e is the original species of Japanese maple – a small, deciduous tree that has been highly valued for centuries in Japanese gardens for its harmonious growth, fine leaf shape, and changing colors throughout the seasons. While the popular variety \u003cem data-end=\"600\" data-start=\"583\"\u003e‘\u003ca title='Red Japanese maple (Acer palmatum \"Atropurpureum\") | seeds' href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/rod-japansk-lon-acer-palmatum-atropurpureum-fro-10-stk\"\u003eAtropurpureum\u003c\/a\u003e’\u003c\/em\u003e is known for its dark red leaves, the pure species typically has \u003cstrong data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"658\"\u003efresh green leaves in summer\u003c\/strong\u003e, which glow in shades of orange, red, and golden yellow in the autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1087\" data-start=\"759\"\u003eThe leaves are deeply lobed with 5–7 pointed lobes and a light, almost transparent appearance. The branches grow elegantly and slightly upward-curved, giving the plant a natural, graceful shape. In the spring, the new leaves appear light green with a reddish tinge, while the summer foliage turns a deeper green, providing a calm, balanced expression in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1087\" data-start=\"759\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1087\" data-start=\"759\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1133\" data-start=\"1118\"\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1149\"\u003elight shade to partial sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it gains color and shape without being scorched by too intense sunlight. It prefers a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1308\" data-start=\"1267\"\u003enutrient-rich, slightly acidic, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that also retains moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003eThe plant is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1387\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003efully hardy in Denmark\u003c\/strong\u003e, but should be sheltered from wind and drying out. It is excellent as a specimen plant, in pots, in Japanese-inspired gardens, or as a contrast to darker, evergreen species. In mild summers, it can tolerate full sun, but in hot and dry summers, it thrives best with light shade during the middle of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003eThe seeds require \u003cstrong data-end=\"1743\" data-start=\"1720\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e to germinate. They are placed in moist sand or peat moss and stored in a cool place for 2–3 months before sowing at 15–20 °C. However, we have already stratified the seeds, so this is not necessary. Should there be any difficulty getting the seeds to germinate, you can try stratifying them again. Germination may take several weeks, but the reward is unique plants with natural variation in leaf shape and autumn color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003eThe Japanese maple is one of the most elegant ornamental shrubs one can grow – a symbol of peace, beauty, and the changing of the seasons. With its light growth and shifting colors, it brings both balance and poetry to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2497\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003eAcer palmatum\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect choice for those who want the original form of the Japanese maple – the green-leaved, more natural counterpart to the deep red \u003cem data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2357\"\u003eAcer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’\u003c\/em\u003e. Together, they create a unique play of colors that transforms any garden into a living piece of Japanese art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49189165760780,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Acer_palmatum_specimen.png?v=1721897507","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/japansk-lon-acer-palmatum-fro-20-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}