Acer palmatum 'Uzen Nishiki' Japanese Gardens

Acer palmatum 'Uzen Nishiki' Japanese GardensTouted by some as the most variegated of all Japanese Maples, and one would have to agree. The leaves come out a mixture of green, white and pink on a small tree that has a narrow canopy when young, but then becomes more broad as it matures. Prefers morning sun, then partial shade in the warmer afternoon in well drained soil. The tree will be 10 ft tall and 5 ft wide in 10 years and is hardy to zone 5.

the tree is only 7 ft tall and 12 ft wide

The flowers on this yak hybrid are truly scrumptious

Easy to grow and planting in a container is also recommended

The plant is later flowering than most

this plant should be in gardens where it can be grown due to its architectural qualities

A miniature form of Thuja occ

in diameter

The colors will not disappoint either

Its compact habit makes it ideal for edging

What a show

This tree grows more globose when young

an Asian species and a North American species