A spectacular maple that steals the show
The Full Moon Maple – Acer japonicum ‘Vitifolium’ is an exceptional Japanese maple admired for its large, grapevine-like foliage and some of the most spectacular autumn colour of any maple. With lush green leaves through spring and summer transforming into brilliant shades of orange, crimson and scarlet in autumn, Vitifolium creates a breathtaking feature tree for Melbourne gardens, courtyards and landscape focal points.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer japonicum ‘Vitifolium’ |
| Common Name | Full Moon Maple |
| Plant Type | Deciduous Feature Tree |
| Height | 4–6m |
| Width | 4–5m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Foliage | Large Bright Green Leaves |
| Autumn Colour | Orange, Scarlet and Crimson |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Uses | Feature Tree, Japanese Gardens, Courtyards, Specimen Planting |
Turn your garden into an autumn masterpiece
Vitifolium is renowned among maple enthusiasts for producing one of the most vivid autumn displays available. Its large, rounded foliage creates a lush, cooling canopy during warmer months before erupting into a spectacular blend of fiery reds, oranges and scarlets as temperatures drop. Elegant, reliable and highly ornamental, this outstanding maple becomes a true highlight of the garden every autumn.
| Why You’ll Love Full Moon Maple | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Exceptional Autumn Colour | One of the finest autumn displays of any maple |
| Large Decorative Leaves | Creates bold texture and visual interest |
| Elegant Rounded Form | Beautiful feature tree structure |
| Seasonal Transformation | Dramatic colour changes throughout the year |
| Ideal for Feature Planting | Creates a stunning garden focal point |
| Premium Japanese Maple | Highly sought after by maple enthusiasts |
