Acer palmatum ‘Tamukeyama’ Japanese Maple
Best ornamental tree for discerning gardeners seeking vibrant, healthy specimens.
The Acer palmatum ‘Tamukeyama’ Japanese Maple, a cultivar dating back to 1710, is celebrated for its enduring appeal. This laceleaf variety features a strongly cascading form with deep red spring foliage that matures to a rich purple-red, holding its color through summer heat. In autumn, it offers a vibrant scarlet display. It is hardy and tolerant of sun, making it a resilient choice for many gardens. Its unique weeping and mounding habit adds a distinctive architectural element to landscapes.
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Latin Name
Acer palmatum 'Tamukeyama'
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Who it's for
- Homeowners desiring a plant with dramatic, multi-season visual interest
- Gardeners seeking an elegant, distinctive specimen for their landscape
- Busy individuals wanting a beautiful, enduring plant without constant fuss
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in hot regions or those with full-sun planting locations
- Impatient landscapers or those needing immediate, substantial garden presence
- Beginners or those with heavy clay or highly alkaline garden soil
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Maintains deep purple-red pigment even during intense summer heat cycles.
Architectural Impact
Cascading laceleaf branches create a striking focal point in any landscape.
Seasonal Versatility
Transitions beautifully from spring crimson to a brilliant scarlet autumn finish.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across zones five through nine ensures reliable regional adaptability.
Growth Predictability
Intermediate growth rate allows for manageable, consistent shaping over time.
Sun Exposure Flexibility
Thrives in varied light conditions, offering more placement options than others.
Key Specs
Latin Name
Acer palmatum 'Tamukeyama'
Plant Size
#1 Container on Standard, #7, 3-4', #7, 4-5'
Common name
Tamukeyama Japanese Maple
Sun Exposure
Sun/Shade
Color
red, purple & burgundy
LEAF TYPE
Laceleaf
Growth Rate
Intermediate
ANNUAL GROWTH
9-12"
Features
- Laceleaf foliage on cascading branches
- Deep purple-red color through summer
- Vibrant scarlet fall color
- Cold-hardy and sun-tolerant
- Weeping/Mounding form
- Intermediate growth rate
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of the 'Tamukeyama' Japanese Maple received from Conifer Kingdom. Many reviews highlight the careful packaging, ensuring plants arrive in pristine condition with well developed root systems. The vibrant color and graceful weeping form are frequently admired, exceeding expectations for size and vigor. While Japanese Maples can be an investment, buyers feel the superior plant health and careful delivery provide excellent value, making it a highly recommended choice for garden enthusiasts seeking a beautiful, thriving specimen.
Know before you buy
Unlike many delicate laceleaf varieties that scorch easily, 'Tamukeyama' is notably sun-tolerant. It maintains its deep purple-red pigment well even in warmer climates, provided it receives adequate moisture.
You can expect this cultivar to reach approximately 3 feet in height and 6 feet in width after ten years. Its weeping, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller garden spaces or as a focal point in a rock garden.
Yes, the foliage transitions from a deep red in the spring to a rich, dark purple-red throughout the summer. As autumn approaches, the leaves shift into a brilliant, vibrant scarlet.
This tree grows at a moderate pace of about 9 to 12 inches per year. It is fast enough to establish itself quickly in your landscape, but slow enough that it won't outgrow its intended space too rapidly.
The 'Tamukeyama' is hardy in zones 5 through 9. It is a resilient cultivar that handles a wide range of temperatures, making it a reliable option for many different regions.
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