Sagara Nishiki Japanese Maple will grow to be about 10 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 10 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more.
This tree should be grown in a location with partial shade and which is shaded from the hot afternoon sun. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Acer palmatum 'Sagara Nishiki'
Common Name
Sagara Nishiki Japanese Maple
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
10 Feet
Max Spread
10 Feet
Plant Form
- Round
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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