A 10-year-old Sango kaku can be expected to reach about 7’ tall by 4’ wide. Its growth starts in a vase shape, and it gradually widens over time. It has been in nursery production since around 1920 and is still incredibly popular today.
The name translates to “Coral Tower”, pointing to its appearance in winter that resembles a bright coral reef. This variety is the industry standard for maples with colorful bark. The following maple varieties are our top picks for incredibly vibrant bark and twigs: CoralĪcer palmatum ‘Sango kaku’, the original Coral Bark Maple. Top 10 Japanese maples with colorful bark A regular watering schedule is beneficial, and so is applying a slow-release fertilizer in the spring. Most of these types of maples can grow in full sun to partial shade. Be sure to sanitize your clippers before and after pruning each maple tree in your garden. This is also a good time to remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. If you do get some darkened tips by the end of the winter, you can easily prune these off once the weather warms in the spring. If growing in the ground, a thick layer of mulch over the root zone may help insulate the roots and prevent damage. You can even grow them in decorative containers and move the containers inside during particularly cold periods. Most of these maples are hardy to USDA Zone 6, but if you are in Zone 6 or 7 it is wise to plant them in a spot where they will have some protection from cold winter winds. The one exception is winter care, as the light-colored bark can be more sensitive to winter damage, particularly on the tips of the twigs. Japanese maples with colorful and unique bark require care very similar to the care you would give any maple. They are great for planting in highly visible locations so you can enjoy them throughout the year. These are highly desirable in landscapes because not only do they provide beautifully contrasting colors during the growing season, they also have a stunning color display in winter with their brilliant twigs.
#Coral bark maple winter skin#
Most of the Japanese maple varieties with unique bark have brightly-colored or even variegated bark, but others have interesting textures like alligator skin or cork.
Maples with Colorful and Unique Trunks and Twigs are So Beautiful Why are they so special?
#Coral bark maple winter how to#
A big benefit of Japanese maples in general is their beautiful color display throughout the seasons, but there is a special group with incredible colored and unique bark that especially shines in winter! Read on to learn all about these colored twig and unique bark varieties, including how to give them the best care and which variety might be the perfect fit for your garden. We love all Japanese maples, but the varieties with unusual features hold a special place in our hearts.
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