SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer palmatum 'Hana Tsukasa'

COMMON NAME: Hana Tsukasa Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 8-10 feet tall x 5-7 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow to Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-8

EXPOSURE: Shade to Partial Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Cream to Soft Pink in Spring, Variegated Green, White, and Pink in Summer, Pinkish-Red to Red in Fall

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous

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