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Japanese Maple 'Japanese Sunrise': Coral Bark with Yellow-Green Summer Foliage

Japanese Maple Japanese Sunrise

Japanese Sunrise foliage

Overview

Japanese Maple 'Japanese Sunrise' (Acer palmatum 'Japanese Sunrise') is a coral bark selection valued for its bright yellow-green summer foliage that contrasts beautifully with its red winter stems. Spring leaves emerge with orange-red tones. Fall color is yellow to orange. A vigorous, upright tree providing multi-season interest.

Botanical Profile

  • Family: Sapindaceae (sap-in-DAY-see-ee)
  • Genus: Acer (AY-ser)
  • Species: Acer palmatum (pahl-MAY-tum)
  • Cultivar: 'Japanese Sunrise'

Cultivation Needs

USDA zones 5-8. Prefers full sun to partial shade for best bark color and summer foliage. Moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Water regularly.

Landscape Uses

Excellent as a specimen for winter bark interest and summer color contrast. Plant against evergreens or a light wall to highlight the red stems.

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