
Arakawa Cork Bark Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Arakawa'
Overview
Arakawa Cork Bark Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Arakawa') is an amazing tree to include in any garden. With year-round interest, it has beautiful foliage and an unusual bark. The delicate, five-lobed leaves are bright green in summer, changing to orange and yellow in autumn. Its bark is striking with thick, corky ridges, giving an element of rugged beauty. Plus, it's great for small spaces since it only grows to 5m high and only takes around 10 years to reach its full size. Add it to a sunny but sheltered spot for the best performance.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7–7.
Pruning
Best pruned in May.
Propagation
Grafting Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Air Layering Propagation, Root Division
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