Buy Acer palmatum 'Nishiki gawa'

Also Known As

Pine Bark Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 12'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

#5 Container | $169.99

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Acer palmatum 'Nishiki gawa' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki gawa' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green and red foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and 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 gawa'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, distinctive bark, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Nishiki gawa'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Green leaves turn nice red, orange, and yellow colors. Known for its unique "pinebark". Great for bonsai!

By: Conifer Kingdom

The attractive, age-enhancing, corky bark that develops (after 2-3 years) on this upright 12-18' shrub has been likened to Japanese Black Pine... that and its prunability make it very sought after for bonsai. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

While this tree has lovely foliage (Spring-light green with red edging, Summer-bright green, Fall-strong yellow)the stand-out feature is its unique bark. Typically when the tree is about 2 yrs old, the bark begins to take on a rough pine-like appearance. The older the tree gets, the rougher & corkier the bark. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

The rough pine-like bark is the outstanding feature of this Japanese Maple. It has been likened to the bark of the Japanese black pine. The older the tree, the rougher the bark. This feature begins to develop in about three years. The bark of older trees becomes very thick and convoluted.? This variety is highly coveted for bonsai work. The rough bark will give a young bonsai the appearance of being very old. All of our Nishiki gawa trees are grafted very low, near the crown. Leaf color is green in spring and summer turning bright yellow-orange in fall.