Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle'

Also Known As

Acer palmatum 'Krazy Krinkle'
Kinky Krinkle Japanese Maplee
Krazy Krinkle Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green 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 'Kinky Krinkle'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The small green leaves of this upright 6-12' tree are crinkled and curled in different directions... makes an eye-catcher for bonsai, patio container or border. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Krazy Krinkle Japanese Maple has deeply divided, curled foliage on this tree starts in spring with bright chartreuse leaves edged in purple. The purple edging fades somewhat, but the chartreuse color remains all summer. Fall color is shades of orange and red. The krinkled leaves of this maple make an eye-catcher for bonsai or patio container. Krazy Krinkle Japanese Maple has an upright, semi-dwarf shape.

By: Maples N More Nursery

An upright tree with marvelous "crinkled" bright-green leaves that add a unique appeal. In fall this little tree puts on an amazing color show. Leaves will be all different shades of orange and red with many leaves showing speckles. Unique and rare! Introduced by Buchholz & Buchholz Nursery.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer palmatum 'Krazy Krinkle' - The small green leaves of this upright 6-10' tree are krinkled and curled in all directions. This Dwarf Japanese Maple makes an interesting bonsai, patio container or small garden focal point.

By: Kigi Nursery

Krazy Krinkle is an apt if undignified name for this maple. The leaves are bright green and ruffled much like Shishigashira, only larger; the tree is vigorous and upright. Zone 6. This photo from Michael Healy doesn't quite get enough of the skrunchiness of the leaves, in my opinion.

By: Whitman Farms

DWARF, green. An upright deciduous tree with marvelous "crinkled" bright-green leaves coming out with a purple edge that add a unique appeal. Fall color in golden orange hues. Prefers sun/partial shade. Discovered and introduced by the Flora Wonder(tm) Collection of Buchholz Nursery.