Acer palmatum Suminagashi

Common Name: Suminagashi Japanese Maple

Description:
Acer palmatum 'Suminagashi' is a striking deciduous Japanese maple known for its deeply lobed, finely cut leaves that emerge bright red in spring, darken to a rich burgundy in summer, and transform into fiery shades of crimson in autumn. With a graceful, upright growth habit and slightly arching branches, this medium-sized tree adds elegance and movement to any garden. ‘Suminagashi’ thrives in well-drained, moist soils and prefers part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. Hardy and low-maintenance, it is an excellent choice for Melbourne gardens, offering year-round beauty and dramatic seasonal colour changes.

Form:

• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–6 m
• Width: 3–5 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
• Graceful, Fine-Textured Foliage

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)