Acer japonicum 'O isami'

Also Known As

Acer japonicum 'O hisami'
O isami Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer japonicum 'O isami' plant details

Acer japonicum 'O isami' 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 japonicum 'O isami'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer japonicum 'O isami'

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

?A notable cultivar with attractive tints in autumn? (J. Harris), this smaller (to 30') open-branched tree has large (4-5") round leaves with 9-11 toothed lobes like frilly umbrellas dripping in the rain. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

O isami is truly a spectacular Japanee Maple. The leaves of this variety are big and beautiful dark green during the summer. The popularity of this variety is because of its stunning fall colors, which are bright blends of reds, yellows and oranges, sometimes all in the same leaf.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer japonicum 'O isami' - A green form of Full Moon Maple. Leaf is about 4 inches in diameter. Has 9 to 11 lobes that are divided into the middle of the leaf. The ends of the lobes are tapered and are deeply notched. Fall color is red and yellow.

By: Kigi Nursery

Large, orbicular green leaves not as deeply-divided as the genus. In fall the edges of the leaves color first with shades of yellow, orange, and red. Strongly branched and sturdy growing.

By: Bloom River Gardens

A japonicum with incised leaves, but not as deeply as Aconitifolium. Grows fairly quickly to 25' in a rangy sort of way but ends up with a graceful wide round head. Wonderful fall color. zone 6