
Acer palmatum ‘Kamagata’
Japanese Maple - Sickle Shaped (Eagle's Claw)
A dwarf Japanese Maple with hooked leaf lobes that bend downwards slightly like an eagle’s claw with margins curving upwards. New green leaves are edged with red at first, transitioning to a solid green by summer. By fall the foliage changes to shades of scarlet, orange and yellow. Grows 4′ high by 3′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced by the legendary J. D. Vertrees.
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
