Acer palmatum 'Nishiki momiji'

Also Known As

Nishiki momiji Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Nishiki momiji' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki momiji' 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 'Nishiki momiji'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Nishiki momiji'

USDA Zones: 6a - 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, five-lobed leaves of this 15-20' (eventually) tree provide an especially brilliant display of crimson to fiery-red fall color; will tolerate sun. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Pink (or orange) spring leaves become green by summer. Fall color is red and orange.

By: Conifer Kingdom

PALMATUM, green. A smaller leafed maple known to develop bright rich fall colors. The early spring leaves open shades of pink or orange-red. The color stays along the margins as the leaves mature and turn light green. In the fall, it changes to an exceedingly brilliant display of fiery red. It makes an upright growing tree with a spreading crown at maturity.