Acer Palmatum 'Sango Kaku' (Japanese Maple 'Sango Kaku' / Coral-Bark Maple) - Shrub
The Acer is unusual because of its flaky orange-brown bark. It has dark green leaves up to 10cm but, in autumn, these turn orange or scarlet and, in spring, beautiful yellow flowers in pendulous racemes appear. Suited to all gardens but prefer fresh, acid terrain. These are slow growers so are good in pots and on balconies. They are effective planted alone or in groups. The origin of this plant is located primarily in Japan, Korea and China. It has a hardiness rating of H6 making it perfect for the British climate. Make sure to shelter it in extreme cold weather conditions. Stick to the guidelines of pruning group 1. Prone to potential pests and diseases so take care when maintaining.
Latin Name: Acer Palmatum Sango Kaku
English Name: Coral-Bark maple
Species: Sapindaceae
Genus: Acer
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage: Green-Pink-Yellow
Fragrance: Flower
Flower: Red (Orange-Red Stems)
Flowering Period: Spring
Suggested Location: Outdoor.
Suggested Soil Type: Moist but well-drained. Loam, Clay, Chalk, Sand
Suggested Exposure to Sunlight: Full Sunlight or Partial Shade
Suggested Exposure to Weather: Sheltered
Hardiness Rating: High (H6)
Lowest Temperature Tolerance: -25°C to -20 °C (-13 °F to 5 °F)
Growth Habit: Bushy
Cultivation: Grow in a moist but well-drained soil. Water in summer if necessary. Leaf colour is best in partial shade, although full sun can be tolerated. Leaf scorch can be caused by lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure
Propagation: Propagate by grafting or softwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types: Low Maintenance Architectural City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Patio & Container Plants Rock Garden
Pruning: Pruning group 1
Pests: Aphids and horse chestnut scale may be a problem
Diseases: Verticillium wilt sometimes a problem
Final Height: 4 m – 8 m (13.12 ft – 26 ft)
Final Spread: 2.5 m – 4 m (8.2 ft – 13.12 ft)
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