Omurayama Japanese maple
Acer palmatum 'Omurayama'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size10 to 15 feet tallup to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
- Fall color
- Yes
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Omurayama' Japanese maple (Acer palmatum 'Omurayama') 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 is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. It grows slowly into a broad shape, so give it room to spread. Red spring flowers draw bees and birds, and the leaves change color in fall.
Pairs well with Dogwood, Rising Sun Texas redbud, and Casa Blanca lily.