| Size | Price |
| 2-GALLON | $99.99 |
| 1-GALLON | $49.99 |
A dwarf Japanese Maple that originated as a witches broom mutation. The spring leaves are stunning cherry red transitioning to a bronze red in summer. A wonderful feature of this variety is that it will push new bright red growth during the summer which creates a very nice contrast with the older leaves. The fall color is orange red. The name means “uncut gem”.
Easily grown in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Prefers lightly sun dappled part shade. Avoid hot and dry sites. Leaves may scorch in full sun in hot southern summers. Plant in a location protected from strong winds. (Courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
| Common Name | Aratama Dwarf Japanese Maple |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer palmatum 'Aratama' |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun |
| Height | 3-5' |
| Width | 3-5' |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Foliage Color | Emerges red in spring, bronze in summer |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Fall Color | Bright orange to red |
