Acer oliverianum, common names Oliver's maple and Oliver maple, is broadleaf deciduous tree. It is a species of maple.
Oliver's Taiwanese maple has good resistance to disease and is generally not prone to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is relatively low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they have finished blooming. Oliver's Taiwanese maple is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Acer Serrulatum.
Light
Oliver's Taiwanese maple naturally occurs in habitats like forest understories or rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can tolerate both full sun and full shade, reflecting its adaptable, hardy nature.
Temperature
Oliver's Taiwanese maple shows good temperature adaptability, able to endure higher heat and larger temperature swings. In hot conditions, one should watch watering and provide adequate shade to avoid sunburn. However, the species is relatively poorly tolerant of low temperatures. Although it can handle some cold, overly chilly conditions can cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
The timing of fertilizing Oliver's Taiwanese maple is important. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue once a month until early summer. Fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth periods.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Acer
- Family
- Sapindaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 6-9
- Mature Height
- 7.62 m
- Mature Spread
- 4.88 m to 7.92 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- China
