Samurai Sword™ Japanese Maple Acer palmatum
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Details
300 - 360 Inches240 - 240 Inches240 - 240 Inches7.6m - 9.1m6.1m6.1mFeatures
All the joy of a Japanese maple, but in a much larger, very impressive form. Samurai Sword™ maple has the same interesting palmate foliage as the smaller trees you're used to seeing, but grows to the size of a small shade tree. Quickly. You won't have to wait a lifetime to see this statement tree reach its mature size. It's perfect for placement next to sidewalks and driveways, as its canopy naturally develops a tall oval shape with the perfect amount of space for walking beneath. This garden positioning also allows it to be on full display year-round, where its three-season red color show absolutely shines. In early spring its foliage is a dusty red color, later accompanied by bright red helicopters (these seeds are technically known as samaras). In summer the red hue leans toward a more stately burgundy color. It finishes the growing season with a brilliant glowing red color.
Why grow Samurai Sword™ maple?
- Nice mid-size mature height, perfect for streets and landscapes
- Brilliant three-season color
- Vigorous grower
Foliage InterestFall InterestCharacteristics
Plant Type:TreeShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:TallGarden Height:300 - 360 Inches 7.6m - 9.1mSpacing:240 Inches 6.1mSpread:240 Inches 6.1mFlower Colors:RedFoliage Colors:RedFoliage Shade:deep redHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunLight Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBlooms On:Old WoodBloom Time:SpringHardiness Zones:5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8bWater Category:AverageUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingUses:Specimen or Focal PointUses Notes:Makes a very impressive specimen tree thanks to its sheer size. Perfect for residential landscapes as its foliage is an easy conversation starter.
Maintenance Notes:Any soil type will do, it's quite adaptable.
Doesn't need regular pruning, but if you'd like you can shape it a bit in the springtime. Avoid any regular pruning, as this could negatively impact the naturally oval canopy shape that it develops over time.Samurai Sword™ Acer palmatum ''Samarzam''