Acer palmatum ‘Sango kaku’
Japanese Maple - Coral Tower
While there are many coral bark Japanese Maples, ‘Sango kaku’ is by far the most known. Yellow spring leaves emerge with an orange margin. The foliage transitions to a light green by summer and turns golden-orange in the fall with hints of red. Of course its prized feature is its red coral bark colour which is especially highlighted in the cooler winter months. Grows 10′ high by 6′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | coral-bark |
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown.
Synonymous
Acer palmatum 'Ebi-no-hige', Acer palmatum 'Senkaki', Acer palmatum 'Cinnabarinum'
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Must be planted in a well protected area out of the prevailing winter winds.
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: Palmatum
Being part of the coral bark family of Japanese Maples, caution is strongly recommended to be planted in a very sheltered area. Coral bark maples are very sensitive to temperature changes often leading to tissue dieback on the branches. An extremely fluctuating winter can lead to complete demise.
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