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Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku'-Japanese Maple-Vibrant Coral-Red Bark 1.5" cal, 5/6' h 15 Gallon

Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku'-Japanese Maple-Vibrant Coral-Red Bark 1.5" cal, 5/6' h 15 Gallon

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Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku'

Description

Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku', commonly known as the 'Sango Kaku' Japanese Maple, is renowned for its striking coral-red bark, especially vibrant in the winter months. This deciduous tree offers a stunning display of color throughout the year, with bright green leaves in spring and summer that transition to a brilliant yellow-gold in the fall.

Suggested Uses

This maple is ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens, providing year-round interest. It's perfect for small landscapes, patios, or as a focal point in mixed borders. Its vibrant bark and foliage make it an excellent choice for winter gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Sango Kaku' Japanese Maple
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 15-20 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in a location with well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent leaf scorch.
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