Acer p. Sangokaku Coral Bark Japanese Maple
Best landscape focal point for gardeners seeking vibrant year-round color.
The Acer p. Sangokaku, or Coral Bark Japanese Maple, is a deciduous tree celebrated for its year-round visual interest. Its defining characteristic is the brilliant coral-red bark, offering vibrant color during winter. Deeply cut green leaves with red margins transform into a beautiful golden yellow in the fall. This variety thrives in partial to full sun and matures to a manageable size, making it an excellent focal point for many landscapes. It is well-suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 8.
$470.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
7
/ 1208
#7 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
+339%
Above average
Size
10
/ gallon container stock
Who it's for
- Landscapers looking for a refined, architectural specimen tree
- Gardeners seeking year-round visual interest in dormant landscapes
- Homeowners wanting dramatic seasonal color transitions
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with intense afternoon heat and sun
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer to avoid regular pruning
- Impatient gardeners desiring an immediate, mature landscape impact
Performance breakdown
Winter Visual Impact
The signature coral-red bark provides unmatched brilliance during the dormant season.
Seasonal Versatility
Dynamic foliage transitions offer year-round interest from spring through late autumn.
Landscape Scalability
Manageable mature dimensions make this an ideal focal point for smaller gardens.
Establishment Ease
Container-grown stock ensures a healthier root system for smoother transplanting success.
Environmental Adaptability
Flexible light requirements allow for placement in partial or full sun.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across USDA zones five through eight for most climates.
Key Specs
Size
10 gallon container stock
Mature Height
15-25 ft.
Mature Spread
15-20 ft.
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-8
Tree Type
Deciduous Maple
Foliage Color
Green with red margins
Fall Color
Golden yellow
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Full Sun
Features
- Brilliant coral-red bark for all-season appeal.
- Deeply cut foliage with red margins.
- Golden yellow fall color.
- Adaptable to partial or full sun.
- Provides strong winter visual appeal.
- Deciduous tree type.
- Commonly known as Coral Bark Japanese Maple.
- Container-grown for easy planting.
What customers say
Customers consistently rate the Acer Sangokaku highly for its superior quality and dependable delivery. Reviewers frequently highlight the tree's robust health, noting the vibrant coral bark and strong root systems upon arrival. The professional packaging successfully ensures the specimen arrives undamaged, often surpassing expectations regarding size and vigor. This reliable provision of a premium product establishes it as an excellent option for introducing striking color to any outdoor space.
Know before you buy
The defining feature of this tree is its striking coral-red bark, which provides vibrant color throughout the winter months when most other trees are dormant. It also offers seasonal variety with green, red-margined leaves that turn a brilliant golden yellow in the fall.
At maturity, the Coral Bark Japanese Maple typically reaches a height of 15 to 25 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet. You should ensure you have enough clearance to accommodate this size, as it serves best as a focal point in a garden or lawn.
Yes, this variety is adaptable to both partial and full sun. However, in regions with particularly intense summer heat, providing some afternoon shade can help protect the foliage from scorching.
The Coral Bark Japanese Maple is hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 8. If you live within these zones, the tree is well-suited to handle the local temperature fluctuations.
Container-grown trees generally experience less transplant shock than field-dug trees because their root systems remain intact within the soil. This makes them easier to handle and allows for more flexibility in your planting schedule throughout the growing season.
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