Acer palmatum 'Mikawa yatsubusa Seedling' Dwarf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' Seedlings are a unique collection of chance seedlings grown from the popular 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'. Unlike grafted cultivars, these plants are grown directly from seed, giving each seedling its own subtle characteristics while maintaining the dense, compact foliage and dwarf growth habit associated with 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'. The seedlings are currently green, but some may emerge with beautiful shades of orange, pink, bronze, or red in spring. Since each seedling is genetically unique, we cannot predict which plants will display these colorful spring tones.
- Growth Habit: Very compact, dense, and dwarf
- Size: Miniature and slow growing
- Growth Rate: Slow growing
- Foliage: Small, tightly layered green leaves; some seedlings may emerge orange, pink, bronze, or red in spring
- Fall Color: Expected to range from orange to red
- Origin: Chance seedlings grown from 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'; not grafted selections
- Hardiness: Excellent cold tolerance; suitable for Zones 5–8, with some afternoon protection recommended in Zone 9
- Light: Full sun to partial shade; provide protection from intense afternoon sun in hotter climates
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Best Uses: Fairy gardens, conifer troughs, miniature railroad gardens, patio containers, bonsai, and small garden spaces
- Interest: Unique seedling variation, miniature size, dense foliage, and potential for exceptional spring color
- Plant Age: Small 1-gallon seedlings are approximately 3 years old