Acer palmatum 'Komon nishiki'

Also Known As

Komon nishiki Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Komon nishiki' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Komon nishiki' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with gold, 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 'Komon nishiki'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Komon nishiki'

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

PALMATUM, variegated. The summer foliage color is bright, pale green, but the new growth emerges tinged rosy-pink. As leaves mature, they take on a sand-dusted type of variegation in which very tiny yellow or white specks dust the leaves. 'Komon nishiki' means 'small figures on brocade' which describes this beautiful yet subtle form of variegation. This cultivar lends itself well to bonsai culture where it will stay quite small; only when happy in a garden situation will it attain full height. Bright crimson in fall.