Ryusen Japanese Maple is a stunning tree grown in zones 5-8. Its unique cascading nature and size of 10-15 ft make it a perfect addition to any garden.
The Ryusen Japanese maple is a weeping variety that is known for its cascading branches and bright green foliage. It is a good choice for growing in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. The Ryusen Japanese maple can grow up to 20 feet tall and 10 feet wide. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
The Ryusen Japanese maple will begin to produce its bright green foliage in early spring. The leaves will remain green throughout the summer and will turn a golden yellow or orange in the fall. The Ryusen Japanese maple is a deciduous tree, so it will lose its leaves in the winter.
Here are some tips for caring for Ryusen Japanese maple:
- Plant the Ryusen Japanese maple in a partially shaded spot with well-drained soil.
- Water the Ryusen Japanese maple regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Fertilize the Ryusen Japanese maple in early spring and again in late summer.
- Prune the Ryusen Japanese maple in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and remove dead or diseased branches.
- Protect the Ryusen Japanese maple from pests and diseases.
With proper care, Ryusen Japanese maple will be a beautiful addition to your landscape for many years.
Here are some of the pros of growing Ryusen Japanese maple:
- Cascading branches
- Bright green foliage
- Deciduous
- Self-pollinating
- Versatile (can be used as a specimen tree, in a hedge, or in a container)
- Disease-resistant
Overall, Ryusen Japanese maple is a good choice for home gardeners in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. It is a beautiful and versatile tree that is relatively easy to care for.
Here are some additional details about the Ryusen Japanese maple:
- It is a relatively new variety, developed in the 1970s.
- It is a slow-growing tree.
- It is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions, but prefers well-drained soil.
- It is not as susceptible to pests and diseases as some other Japanese maple varieties.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 3-7 outdoors
Mature Height: | 25 ft. |
Sunlight: | Full Sun |
Mature Width: | 15 ft. |
Botanical Name: | Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry |
Growth Rate: | Fast |