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Acer palmatum 'Little Sango'

Also Known As

  • Little Sango Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Little Sango' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Little Sango' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Little Sango'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, dwarf, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Little Sango'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Came from A. pal. 'Sango Kaku' which will become 20' in time. This 6' multi stemmed plant will have yellow new leaves changing to medium green for summer. The bark is brilliant red all winter.
A denser version of the popular 'Sango kaku' or coral-bark Japanese maple. Bright red twigs and compact growth habit make this uncommon variety especially showy, even in the smaller garden!
A dwarf colored-bark Japanese Maple tree with an upright form. Foliage is light green in spring and summer, turning to yellow and orange in fall. Vivid coral-red shoots blaze in winter. Introduced by Buchholz Nursery.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Little Sango' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Little Sango'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
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