Kagiri Nishiki Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Kagiri Nishiki'
SKU
3321
A unique and interesting Japanese maple with pink and white irregular margins on light green leaves. Pink tones on the foliage become more pronounced in fall. A fine, slow growing, small, vase-shaped tree for courtyards and Asian-themed gardens. An ideal size for a container specimen. Deciduous.
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Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser pal-MA-tum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slowly reaches 8 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide in 10 years; may reach 15 ft. with age. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Vase |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil; shelter from drying winds. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures in hot summer areas. Mulch to keep root zone cool. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 8
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