- Type:
- Deciduous shrub
- USDA hardiness zones:
- 5-9
ëBeni-tsukasa' is a slow-growing, willowy, Japanese maple cultivar that is noted for its attractive foliage which changes color throughout the growing season. It typically grows in an upright, rounded, shrubby form to 5-7' tall over the first 10 years, but eventually matures over time to 10-12' tall. Palmate leaves emerge bright peach to yellow-red in spring, change to interesting shades of pink and red with green tints in late spring, mature to green with slight variegations in summer, and finally turn attractive shades of orange and red in fall. Leaves (to 2 1/2\ long) are divided into 5-7 ... (more)
- Full sun to part shade
- Medium
- Low
Easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Grows well in sandy loams. May be grown in full sun in the northern parts of its growing range, but prefers some part afternoon shade in the southern parts (including St. Louis) of its growing range. New foliage may scorch in full sun locations in hot summers areas, particularly if soils are not kept consistently moist. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Avoid hot and dry sites. Site in locations protected from strong winds. Pruning is best kept to a minimum, but if needed should be done in late fall to mid winter. Spring or summer pruning often results in significant bleeding.
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