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Acer palmatum 'Higasa Yama'

Acer palmatum 'Higasa Yama' (Japanese Maple)
 

Common Name

Japanese Maple
 

Soil

Any non alkaline soil. Correct light more important
 

Aspect

Sun or partial shade
 

Height

20-25ft
 

Action and Timing

Unusual shaped leaves define this variegated form that starts in spring with pink and cream developing into light creamy green as the season advances and pink tones develop on the leaf margins, these fade as orange, dark yellow, and occasional red tones appear in autumn. Upright to 25ft, any light.
 

Nursery Notes

Grafted plant.
 

Opinion

I do think this plant prefers light shade, however all the experts seem to say it's ok in sun also....probably just me thinking all variegates are better in shade.....conditioned thinking I suppose. Anyway, it is said to be good for container and bonsai culture also.
 

This plant was added to the database on 27th December, 2009.

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