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Japanese Maple 'Kogane nishiki': Gold Brocade Variegation

Japanese Maple Kogane nishiki

Overview

Japanese Maple 'Kogane nishiki' (Acer palmatum 'Kogane nishiki') translates to "gold brocade". It is a variegated cultivar with green leaves irregularly splashed and margined with golden-yellow. The variegation resembles woven gold brocade. An upright, slow-growing tree of luminous beauty.

Botanical Details

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

Cultivation

USDA zones 5-8. Best in dappled shade to maintain gold variegation. Moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Water consistently.

Landscape Uses

A stunning specimen for a shaded focal point, container, or collector's garden. Its gold splashes illuminate dark areas.

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