Ornatum Japanese Maple* (Acer palmatum 'Ornatum') plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Ornatum Japanese Maple*

Acer palmatum 'Ornatum'

Overview

The Ornatum Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Ornatum') is a stunning, small tree that's perfect for residential gardens. It offers year-round, striking foliage in brilliant shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple. Its tidy, compact growth habit makes it ideal for small and large gardens alike. Its delicate green leaves become stunning shades of orange, red, and yellow in the fall, with additional purple-hued highlights. It's also very tolerant of air pollution and fast drainage, making it durable and hardy. With its slow growth rate and spectacular fall color, the Ornatum Japanese Maple is an amazing and visually stunning choice for any garden.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "2-3" days.

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Light

full sun, part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 6–6.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April.

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Propagation

Grafting Propagation, Layering Propagation, Cutting, Air Layering Propagation, Root Division

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