Acer palmatum Dissectum 'Green Hornet'

Green Laceleaf Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Green Hornet’ is a graceful weeping laceleaf Japanese maple prized for its fine, deeply dissected green foliage and elegant cascading habit. Spring foliage emerges bright, fresh green, forming a soft, flowing canopy as branches arch outward and downward.

Through summer, leaves remain clean green, creating a cooling, tranquil effect in the landscape. In fall, ‘Green Hornet’ delivers a vivid display of golden yellow, orange, and fiery red, often showing multiple colors at once. The finely cut foliage intensifies the autumn color and highlights the tree’s weeping form.

The habit is low, spreading, and strongly cascading, forming a broad mound over time. It performs best in partial shade, especially in warmer climates, and prefers well-drained, evenly moist soil with protection from strong winds.

Size



Width: 10–12 ft



Height: 6–8 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5–8



Best Uses


Specimen tree for cascading form



Japanese or Asian-inspired gardens



Accent near patios, water features, or slopes



Container planting



Focal point in mixed borders

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

6-8'

Width

10-12'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Orange Red, Yellow Green

Fall color

Red

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Weeping

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

4'

10-year width

4'