SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'Taro Yama'
COMMON NAME: Taro Yama Japanese Maple
GARDEN SIZE: 5 feet tall x 5 feet wide
GROWTH RATE: Average
USDA ZONE: 5-9
EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun
WATER & SOIL: Tolerant of various soil moistures and textures. Requires supplemental water during drought conditions.
HABIT (FORM): Dwarf, dense with thick branching
FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Unique twisting dark blue-green leaves in summer, turning fiery crimson red 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