Key Characteristics

• Scientific Name: Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise'
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9
• Mature Height: Typically reaches 8-12 feet in height.
• Mature Width: 6-10 feet in width.

Seasonal Color Changes

• Spring: Bright red young leaves that eventually transition to chartreuse with pink highlights as they mature.
• Summer: Leaves maintain a striking green-yellow hue, often with an orange blush in sunny exposures.
• Fall: A dramatic shift to brilliant shades of red and orange, providing exceptional visual interest.

Planting and Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements:

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade. Best colors are often seen in dappled sunlight or morning sun with afternoon shade to prevent leaf burn.

Source

Scott (Kirkland) in a 3-gallon container June, 2025, at about 36" tall.