Acer palmatum 'Winter Orange' Orange Coral Bark Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Winter Orange’ is a distinctive Japanese maple prized for its brilliant orange bark and exceptional winter interest. This unique selection comes alive in winter, when its young branches develop vivid shades of bright orange that stand out beautifully against the winter landscape. In spring and summer, the tree is covered in small green leaves that provide a lush backdrop for its colorful stems. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into brilliant shades of yellow and orange before dropping to reveal the spectacular bark once again. ‘Winter Orange’ is also a vigorous grower, putting on impressive growth from an early age and developing into a beautiful medium-sized specimen. Selected in Canada and reported to have exceptional cold tolerance, ‘Winter Orange’ is an exciting choice for gardeners looking for a Japanese maple with outstanding four-season interest.
- Growth Habit: Upright, vigorous, and well-branched
- 10-Year Size: Approximately 12–14 ft tall
- Growth Rate: Vigorous
- Foliage: Small green leaves turning brilliant yellow to orange in fall
- Fall Color: Bright yellow to orange
- Bark: Brilliant orange, providing exceptional winter interest
- Origin: Canadian selection
- Light: Morning sun to partial shade; protection from hot afternoon sun is recommended to help preserve the vibrant orange bark
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Best Uses: Specimen tree, winter-interest planting, Japanese gardens, woodland gardens, collector landscapes, and four-season gardens
- Best Feature: Brilliant orange bark that provides striking color throughout winter
- Garden Interest: Offers multiple seasons of interest, from green summer foliage and brilliant fall color to vivid orange bark in winter
- Why You'll Love It: A rare and exciting Japanese maple that combines vigorous growth with spectacular orange winter bark, making ‘Winter Orange’ an exceptional four-season specimen and a standout addition to any Japanese maple collection.