Acer palmatum Mikawa Yatsabusa

Common Name: Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple

Description:
Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' is a highly sought-after dwarf Japanese maple known for its unique layered foliage and compact, dense growth habit. The small, deeply lobed leaves emerge bright green in spring, deepen to rich green in summer, and transform into a spectacular display of fiery red, orange, and gold in autumn. Its short internodes create a tightly packed, overlapping leaf structure, giving the tree a striking, sculptural appearance. Ideal for small gardens, courtyards, rockeries, and container planting, 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' thrives in well-drained, moist soils and prefers part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. This low-maintenance, cold-hardy maple is an excellent choice for Melbourne gardens, providing year-round visual appeal.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Dwarf Growth Habit

Mature Size:

• Height: 1–2 m
• Width: 1–2 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Sun (in cooler conditions)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Small reddish-purple flowers

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Autumn Foliage Interest
• Cold Hardy
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Pots
• Compact, Layered Foliage Structure

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Non-toxic to pets

Companion Plants:

• Rhododendron spp. (Rhododendrons)
• Azalea spp.
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Hosta spp.
• Ophiopogon japonicus (Mondo Grass)