Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Nishiki’ for Sale – Dwarf Reticulated Japanese Maple | Mystic Flora Nursery
Short Description
Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Nishiki’ is a unique dwarf reticulated Japanese maple featuring bright red to deep maroon foliage highlighted by vivid chartreuse green veins. Its compact growth and striking leaf pattern make it a prized collector maple for small gardens and containers.
Full Description
The Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Nishiki’ is a rare and eye-catching dwarf reticulated Japanese maple admired for its dramatic foliage contrast. Leaves display bright red to deep maroon coloration accented by vibrant chartreuse-green veins, creating a striking reticulated pattern across the canopy.
The foliage shape resembles that of ‘Mikawa Yatsubusa’, with elongated leaves that add texture and character to the tree. While the internode spacing is slightly wider than its Mikawa parent, this cultivar still maintains a compact, dwarf growth habit, typically reaching around 5 feet in 10 years.
During autumn, the foliage transitions into beautiful shades of orange and red, providing another vibrant seasonal display.
For best color and leaf quality, protection from intense afternoon sun is recommended, making this maple an excellent choice for morning sun locations, containers, and collector gardens.
Key Features
• Rare dwarf reticulated Japanese maple
• Red to deep maroon foliage with bright chartreuse veins
• Unique leaf shape similar to Mikawa Yatsubusa
• Compact growth reaching about 5 ft in 10 years
• Beautiful orange to red fall color
• Variegation improves with cool spring conditions
Plant Details
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Nishiki’
Plant Type: Deciduous Ornamental Tree
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade (morning sun recommended)
Mature Height: ~5 ft in 10 years
Mature Width: 4–6 ft
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil
Growth Rate: Slow
Looking for Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Nishiki’ for sale? This rare dwarf Japanese maple features deep red foliage with bright chartreuse veins and a striking reticulated leaf pattern perfect for collectors and small gardens.
