CORAL BARK JAPANESE MAPLE 2gal

Coral Bark Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum 'Sango Kaku', is a true four-season beauty that brings a unique charm to the garden, especially during our cooler months here in Prescott. While its delicate, light green, deeply lobed leaves are lovely in the spring and summer, turning a soft yellow in the fall, the real magic happens when the leaves drop. That's when its vibrant, coral-red bark is revealed, painting a striking picture against the winter landscape. It's like having living art right in your backyard!

This Japanese Maple has an upright, vase-shaped habit and typically grows to a manageable size of 15-25 feet tall and about 10-15 feet wide, making it a wonderful focal point even in smaller gardens. The contrast of the bright red branches against a backdrop of snow or dormant plants is truly captivating.

'Sango Kaku' prefers partial shade, especially during our hot Arizona afternoons, to protect its delicate leaves. It thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. To give your Coral Bark Maple the best start and ensure those brilliant winter stems, amend the planting hole generously with Watters Premium Mulch. A light feeding in early spring with Watters 7-4-4 All Purpose Plant Food will encourage healthy growth. Be sure to protect young trees from harsh winds. This Japanese Maple offers year-round interest, with its stunning bark providing a much-needed splash of color during the dormant season.

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