Nuresagi Japanese maple
Acer palmatum 'Nuresagi'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size10 to 20 feet tall8 to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Reddish-purple
- Fall color
- Yes
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Nuresagi' Japanese maple (Acer palmatum 'Nuresagi') is a tree for specimen, accent, and woodland use. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. It grows slowly into a broad shape and shows fall color. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Reddish-purple flowers open in early to late spring and attract bees and birds.
Pairs well with Dogwood, Rising Sun Texas redbud, and Yellow iris.