Acer palmatum 'Beni-shichi-henge' - 60-80 CM C5

Description
The pink shoots are also an interesting sight.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer palmatum 'Beni-sichi-henge'.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * beautiful foliage * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * pink shoots * easy to care for

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value.

Bark
Dark red, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Japanese maple 'Beni-shichi-henge' is multi-stemmed, umbrella-shaped, picturesque and broad in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant. - Frozen shoots should be cut back to healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any risk of frost.

Use
Tub, solitary

Root
Acer palmatum 'Beni-shichi-henge' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.