Acer palmatum 'Tennyo no hoshi'

Also Known As

Tennyo no hoshi Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

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

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Tennyo no hoshi' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Tennyo no hoshi' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with gold, 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 'Tennyo no hoshi'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Tennyo no hoshi'

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

This variety is grown for its variegated foliage. Spring leaves emerge green with pink and cream color around each lobe. The overall texture and color make it appear very delicate. The name means "angel of the stars".

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

PALMATUM, variegated. Upright growing and vase shaped, this tree is densely branched. The leaves are unique, with incurved margins, varying in color from dark to light green. Foliage is a golden yellow in the fall. Branchlets may die back on young plants.