An upright green-leaved Japanese maple famed for arguably the most intense fiery crimson-scarlet autumn colour of any cultivar. Large seven-lobed leaves give a bold display.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 6 m H × 5 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki'
Botanically, Acer palmatum 'Osakazuki' is a slow-growing tree in the Sapindaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki'
Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' does best in loamy, free-draining and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' in the garden
Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki'
Plant Sale lists Japanese Maple 'Osakazuki' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
