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Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku'

Coral Bark Maple

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Information by:         Photographer: Don Syrek/Engstrom

 

Description

The Coral Bark Japanese Maple is a small tree standing 20-25 feet tall and 20-25 feet wide. It is similar to the palmatum and its coral stems turn a vibrant crimson in winter.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Yellow

Bark Color

Red

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.