Acer Palmatum Japanese Maple ‘Beni Maiko’ 1M Height
Acer palmatum Beni-maiko, also known as Red Hired Dancing Girl, represents a distinctive Japanese maple cultivar. This plant presents itself as a diminutive, densely branched shrub or small tree, adorned with remarkable foliage. Its leaves, divided into five lobes, emerge in a vivid red hue during spring, transitioning to a blend of pinkish-red and green throughout summer, and ultimately transforming into a fiery palette of orange and red tones come autumn.
Key Features:
- Common name(s): Japanese Maple
- Hardiness: Hardy – H6 rating
- Bloom Hue: The small purple flowers give way to red fruits
- In Bloom: April to May
- Current Height: 1.3M with pot, 1M no pot
- Eventual Height & Spread: 1.5m x 1.5m
- Position: Full sun or partial shade away from strong winds
- Foliage: Deciduous, deeply cut dark red-purple leaves that turn bright red in autumn
- Habit: Slow growth
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Fragrance: Sweet cherry or almond flower scent
- Soil type: Fertile, moist, well-drained neutral to acid soil
The Japanese Maple, scientifically known as Acer palmatum, exhibits a hardiness denoted by an H6 rating, showcasing its resilience in various climatic conditions. Its small purple flowers evolve into red fruits, enhancing the landscape with colour from April to May. Currently standing at a height of 1.3 meters with a pot and 1 meter without, it is anticipated to reach an eventual height and spread of 1.5m x 1.5m. Preferring full sun or partial shade and sheltered from strong winds, this deciduous tree features deeply cut dark red-purple leaves that transition to a bright red hue during autumn. With a slow growth habit, the Japanese Maple belongs to the Sapindaceae family and emits a fragrant aroma reminiscent of sweet cherry or almond flowers. Flourishing in fertile, moist, well-drained neutral to acidic soil, it adapts well to various garden environments, adding a touch of elegance and charm with its striking foliage and graceful presence.
The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions, and bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.
Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.
