Acer palmatum 'Kurui jishi' Japanese Maple Orange When the sun comes through

When the sun comes through the leaves of this tree the effect is a breathtaking luminous red

Green in the summer

Later to emerge than many red spring color trees making it a good choice for colder climates

very fine threadlike foliage and upright form with the additional benefit of beautiful winter bark

The summer leaves are dark green and the which are accented with small cherry fruit

Acer palmatum 'Kurui jishi' Japanese Maple Orange When the sun comes throughNamed the "Crazy Lion" this is a fun and interesting tree. Each lobe of the small palmate leaf is curled under to meet the edges creating a very sharp and pointed effect. The branches twist upward and around like the furl of smoke from a fire. Excellent interest for close viewing. Attributes Leaf Shape Palmate Growth Habit Upright Landscape Height 5 ft. Container Height 3 ft. Minimum Zone 6 Maximum Zone 9 Spring Color Green Summer Color Green Fall