Buy Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru'

Also Known As

Asahi zuru Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

Specimen #2359 | $1250

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Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The lobed leaves of this fascinating variety vary from 5 to 7 lobes and each one is totally and strikingly different. Some leaves are solid green while others are randomly pink or white or speckled with all three! A delightful small tree, upright and rounded to 12-20' tall; the name translates to 'Dawn Swan'. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

'Asahi zuru' is a small vigorous grower with the most interesting leaves. Each leaf is different and can range from totally green to a mixture of pink, cream, and white. Variegations can be small flecks of pink or white to patches of white. No two leaves are the same! Multi-stemmed trees can be quite striking. 'Asahi zuru', also known as the 'dawn swan', is a sure attraction to any garden!

By: jensfarm maples

Asahi zuru is known for its sharply defined clear white variegation on a rich green background. The variegated patches on the spring growth are a light pink before becoming white. This tree will turn heads! One of the oldest and best variegated Japanese Maples! The name means "The Dawn Swan".

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer palmatum 'Asahi zuru' - A dependable variegated Japanese Maple Tree with sharply defined white, pink or green leaves. It is fun to watch what each leaf will look like with this cultivar. Some leaves are completely green or white and pink leaves will later turn white.

By: Kigi Nursery

A highly ornamental selection with prominent white in the variegated leaves. Spring growth often light pink. Grows fast when young, then slows down and becomes more dense. The English translation means "the dawn swan". By any name a garden standout!!

By: Bloom River Gardens

Asahi zuru is one of the boldest variegates with pink, green and white leaves. It grows well as a young tree and later slows down and becomes denser and maintains variegation well.

By: Whitman Farms

PALMATUM, variegated. Variegation on the leaves of this cultivar is more dependable than many others. The white markings are clearly defined and often unfold into pink tones on new spring growth. Sometimes leaves will be speckled with pink or white. Upright, vase-shaped growth.