Acer palmatum 'Hogyoku' ~ Hogyoku Japanese Maple first-editions (3) Ralf Smallkaa

(3) Ralf Smallkaa

(2) Photo by julie corsi

As the fragrance intensifies as it dries

upright growth habit and beautiful golden-yellow fall foliage

Cut back after flowering to tidy the plant or prevent self-seeding

Acer palmatum 'Hogyoku' ~ Hogyoku Japanese Maple first-editions (3) Ralf SmallkaaHogyoku Japanese Maple is an upright deciduous tree with green palmate foliage known for its pumpkin orange color in fall, though in warmer climates the fall color may be yellow washed with orange and red. Small, non showy but attractive umbels of red flowers bloom in spring followed by samaras. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. Has improved