| Acer palmatum 'Tsukushi Gata' |
USDA Zone: 5-8 |
Tsukushi Gata Japanese Maple is primarily valued in the landscape for its ornamental globe-shaped form. It features subtle corymbs of red flowers rising above the foliage in mid spring before the leaves. It has attractive dark red-variegated dark brown foliage with hints of black. The lobed palmate leaves are highly ornamental and turn an outstanding scarlet in the fall. The smooth green bark is extremely showy and adds significant winter interest.
One of the most stunning landscape accent trees available, featuring a dense, rounded habit of growth and distinctive star shaped leaves that are deep red-black and dark chocolate all summer; bright scarlet fall color.
Tsukushi Gata Japanese Maple is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
Companion Plants: Azalea, Peony, Japanese Forest Grass, Pieris, Astilbe
Stunning Foliage Color
Common Name: Japanese Maple
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| More About Tsukushi Gata Japanese Maple |
| Height: 10-15 ft |
Spread: 10-15 ft |
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Tsukushi Gata Japanese Maple 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. 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. |
