
Acer palmatum ‘Goshiki kotohime’
Japanese Maple - Five-Colored Old Harp
A breathtaking dwarf variegated Japanese Maple! Small, slightly crinkled leaves emerge a pinkish-orange tone in spring change to a rich green colour with irregular speckling of white, yellow, pink, and red. No two leaves are alike. Summer colouration is rich green. The foliage transitions to orange and red in fall. Grows 2-4′ high by 1-2′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | Bonsai, variegated |
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done during winter up until early August.
Group: Dwarf
