Acer palmatum 'Sango kaku' Coral Bark Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Sango kaku'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 180-240 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level; root flare visible |
| Chilling hours | 400 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2021, 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, moist, well-draining slightly acidic loamy soil |
| Soil pH | 5.5-6.5 |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Palmate (Hand-like lobes) |
| Foliage colour | Pale green in spring, yellow-orange in fall; coral-red winter bark |
| Bloom | Reddish-purple (small, inconspicuous) |
| Fruit | Samara (winged seed) |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting onto seedling rootstock |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hostas, Ferns, Hellebores |
Where it came from
| Grower | Mr Maple, Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Provide afternoon shade protection. Mulch root zone generously. Water consistently.
Maintenance
Prune in late winter during full dormancy. Remove dead wood and crossing branches.
Cleanup
Rake fallen leaves in autumn. No cutback of live wood needed.
Notes
Renowned for striking coral-red winter bark; among the most distinctive Japanese Maples. Outstanding four-season interest.