SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'Koto Maru'

COMMON NAME: Koto Maru Dwarf Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 4-4.5 feet tall x 5-6 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 3-6 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

WATER & SOIL: Tolerant of various soil moistures and textures. Requires supplemental water during drought conditions.

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; yellow-green with orange-red borders in spring, green with pinkish to orange-red new leaves in summer, bright golden, orange, and red shades in fall

FLOWERS: N/A

PLANT ORIGIN: Japan, Korea and China

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a food source for local insects and wildlife.

FERTILIZING: Not necessary, but may apply organic compost in the spring. Fertilization can lead to excessive growth.

PRUNING: No pruning is necessary. May remove dead branches when needed. If shaping is desired, may be trimmed during dormancy.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Not generally considered toxic to pets.

USES: Specimen, Fall Color