In spring, the soft, pendant chartreuse leaves on the small, rounded Acer palmatum ‘Tsuma gaki’ sport dramatic edges of persimmon red, an effect that looks like many dainty leaf-hands with brightly painted “nails”, In summer, the foliage continues to demand attention as it develops wide, deep red margins and light cream centers. The late Jean Iseli had a fondness for this tree.
Garden Size: 10’H x 7’W
6-12″/year
Broad Upright
Zone 5
Green
Garden Maple
Sun to Partial Shade