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Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen'

Also Known As

  • Mikawa kaen Dwarf Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with apricot, green and pink foliage. Features glossy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous apricot, green and pink
Mature size: 3 - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: compact, container plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Introduced by Crispin Silva. This cultivar has layered foliage like A. palmatum 'Mikawa Yasubusa' but has more orange, pink new growth. Would be a great container plant.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Kaen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • pink
    • apricot
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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