Acer palmatum Okagami 1/2 std | Japanese maple 'O-kagami' - 200-220cm, 30lt

Acer palmatum Okagami is a stunning, small, upright, slow-growing deciduous shrub or small tree with deeply lobed palmate foliage. Bright red-purple leaves emerge in spring, gradually turn blackish-red or plum-purple, then take green tints in summer, and finally become scarlet red in autumn. Small, inconspicuous, red-purple flowers are followed by winged purple fruits. Okagami maple prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil. The best leaf colour is achieved if grown in sunny position, but in partial shade. Although hardy, it needs to be sheltered from strong winds. Easy to care for, it requires very little pruning. Lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can cause leaf scorch. Acer palmatum Okagami is very decorative tree and perfect as a focal point. At first upright, it starts spreading later, creating a beautiful vase-shape habit with stunning red foliage. Great choice for cottage and urban gardens, suitable for growing in containers and pots.