Acer palmatum 'Sawa Chidori'

Also Known As

Sawa Chidori Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Sawa Chidori' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Sawa Chidori' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green, 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 'Sawa Chidori'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Sawa Chidori'

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

'Sawa chidori', meaning "marsh plover", is a green and white reticulated maple. Spring colors include pink, red, and peach in the variegations. The leaves become more creamy in summer with darker green veins. Fall color is bright red. 'Sawa chidori' grows to about 8 feet in partial shade.

By: jensfarm maples

MATSUMURAE, variegated. Strong peteoles hold the leaves out nicely on this reticulated veined cultivar. It emerges with delicate blush pink shades in spring with the darker shading on the leaf edges becoming pink, blushed amber with green veins. In summer the leaves become creamy white with darker green veins. Fall color is bright red!!