{"product_id":"col-3l-acer-gre","title":"3 Litre Green Leaf Acer Tree, Nursery Pots, Outdoor Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graceful and rewarding addition to any outdoor space, this green leaf acer is supplied in a 3 litre nursery pot and ready to settle into its new home. With its elegantly lobed, fresh green foliage and breathtaking autumn colour, the green Japanese maple is one of the most versatile small trees available to UK gardeners — equally at home on a patio, balcony, or in a sheltered garden border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact in stature yet rich in year-round seasonal interest, this green acer suits both container growing and direct border planting. Its refined, layered form and easy-going nature make it a popular choice for contemporary and traditional garden styles alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Growing Conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe green acer tree thrives in a sheltered outdoor position with partial shade, making it ideal for a patio, balcony, or small garden. Plant in moist, well-drained acidic soil or grow in a container using ericaceous compost. This compact green Japanese maple suits year-round interest planting schemes and is considered one of the best acers for container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Acer palmatum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Japanese Maple, Green Japanese Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassification:\u003c\/b\u003e Deciduous tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/b\u003e 2–4 m × 2–4 m (variety dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Bushy, Rounded to Gently Spreading Deciduous Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Patios, Containers, Small Gardens, Balconies, Borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Spring (small, inconspicuous red-purple flowers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAutumn Interest:\u003c\/b\u003e Spectacular shades of orange, red and gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Partial Shade to Full Sun (sheltered from strong winds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Moist, well-drained, acidic soil or ericaceous compost in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy (RHS H5) — protect roots from hard frost when young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy Deciduous Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e Deeply lobed, fresh green leaves turning vivid orange and red in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/b\u003e Bees and early spring pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the compost evenly moist, especially during dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFeed with a slow-release fertiliser formulated for acidic-soil lovers each spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eMinimal pruning is needed — remove dead or crossing branches in late autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eProtect from strong winds and hard frost by mulching the root zone generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRepot into a larger container every two to three years to encourage healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This green leaf acer is supplied in a 3 litre nursery pot, ready for planting out or potting on into a decorative container using ericaceous compost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Accelopack","offers":[{"title":"Nursery Pot","offer_id":56175433810305,"sku":"COL-3L-ACER-GREX1","price":21.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive Planter","offer_id":56175433843073,"sku":"COL-3L-ACE-GREX1-CP1","price":24.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal Cream Planter","offer_id":56175433875841,"sku":"COL-3L-ACE-GREX1-CP2","price":23.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal Green Planter","offer_id":56175433908609,"sku":"COL-3L-ACE-GREX1-CP3","price":23.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/0854\/7722\/files\/file_f1903254-2d91-4d45-b2f9-a06ef4c23d89.png?v=1787666067","url":"https:\/\/www.hopeplants.com\/products\/col-3l-acer-gre","provider":"Hope Plants Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}