| Acer palmatum 'Samarzam' | USDA Zone: 5-8 |
Samurai Sword Japanese Maple is primarily valued in the landscape for its decidedly oval form. It has attractive burgundy deciduous foliage. The lobed palmate leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding red in the fall.
An excellent shade tree where space is limited, with a full canopy of dense burgundy foliage; this oval to pyramidal variety is vigorous and hardy; growth is rapid when young.
Why grow Samurai Sword™ Japanese Maple?
- Nice mid-size mature height, perfect for streets and landscapes
- Brilliant three-season color
- Vigorous grower
Samurai Sword Japanese Maple is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Stunning Foliage Color
Common Name: Japanese Maple
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| More About Samurai Sword Japanese Maple |
| Height: 25-30 ft |
Spread: 20 ft |
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Samurai Sword Japanese Maple tree does best in partial sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations. Samurai Sword Japanese Maple is a fine choice for the yard, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
