Coral bark Japanese Maple
Best ornamental tree for gardeners seeking year-round landscape color.
Discover the Coral Bark Japanese Maple, a stunning ornamental tree celebrated for its vibrant coral-red branches that provide exceptional winter interest. Its deeply lobed green leaves emerge in spring, transforming into a beautiful golden-yellow in fall, offering a dynamic seasonal color display. With an upright and graceful growth habit, this tree serves as an ideal focal point for gardens, patios, or mixed landscape designs, adding unique beauty and structure to any outdoor space throughout the year.
$199.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2693
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
+355%
Above average
Foliage Color
Green or Yellow
/ Green or Yellow
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant winter interest in dormant landscapes
- Homeowners wanting year-round visual variety in their garden
- Urban dwellers with limited space for specimen trees
Who should skip it
- Beginners worried about managing soil-borne fungal diseases
- Gardeners with only full-sun planting locations available
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring a hands-off approach
Performance breakdown
Winter Visual Impact
Vibrant coral-red bark provides unmatched color during the dormant winter months.
Seasonal Versatility
Dynamic foliage transitions offer a multi-season display for any landscape.
Architectural Form
Upright, graceful habit creates a sophisticated focal point for garden design.
Growth Adaptability
Thrives in various light conditions from full sun to partial shade.
Establishment Potential
Seven-gallon container size ensures a healthy, well-developed root system for planting.
Maintenance Requirements
Requires moderate care to maintain its elegant shape and vibrant color.
Key Specs
Foliage Color
Green or Yellow
Mature Height
20 to 25 feet
Mature Spread
15 to 20 feet
Light Preference
Full sun to partial shade
Available Size
7 gallon container
Features
- Striking coral-red branches for winter color
- Golden-yellow fall foliage
- Upright and graceful growth form
- Excellent as a focal point specimen
- Unique bark color
- Adds seasonal color contrast
- Ornamental appeal year-round
What customers say
Customers rave about the exceptional quality and striking design of this Coral Bark Japanese Maple. The trees consistently arrive robust and well packaged, promoting successful establishment. A key delight is the vibrant, true coral color of the winter bark, which beautifully transforms the landscape. Buyers consider this a premium purchase offering significant value due to the plant's vigor and impressive aesthetic impact. Its premium quality and captivating design make it a standout choice for any garden.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this tree reaches 20 to 25 feet in height with a spread of 15 to 20 feet. Ensure you plant it in a location that allows for this width to maintain its natural, graceful shape.
The Coral Bark Japanese Maple thrives in full sun to partial shade. In regions with intense afternoon heat, providing some afternoon shade will help protect the foliage from scorching.
This variety is specifically prized for its vibrant, coral-red bark. The color is most intense on younger branches and provides a striking visual contrast against winter landscapes.
The tree features deeply lobed green leaves during the spring and summer months. As autumn approaches, the foliage transitions into a brilliant golden-yellow before dropping to reveal the signature coral-red branches.
While it is sold in a 7-gallon container, its mature size makes it better suited for in-ground planting as a focal point. If you choose to keep it in a container, you will need a very large pot and will likely need to prune it regularly to manage its growth.
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