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Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi'

Also Known As

  • Yama kagi Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-25'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi' plant details

Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi' is a moderate-growing 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, bold leaves on this beautiful Japanese maple will catch many envious eyes when it turns bright shades of crimson in the fall. Upright in habit and a medium growth rate. SP/G
Robust and strong growing cultivar of Acer japonicum with bold, large leaves with long serrated sections. Upright in habit, 'Yama Kagi''s leaves emerge bright green turning to medium green in the summer. The fall color is spectacular in painted shades of crimson and orange. Growth Rate medium
Spectacular large leaves with long serrated lobes emerge lime-green in the spring and mature to a bold green in summer. Fall brings on a eye-catching color display with leaves turning crimson and orange. Photo taken in late October.

Gardening facts about Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi' plant

How to Grow Acer japonicum 'Yama kagi'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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