Katsura Japanese Maple
Overview: A Japanese maple grown for its orange-yellow spring foliage that matures to green, then gold in fall.
Mature size: Approximately 10–15 ft. tall and 10–12 ft. wide, though mature size varies with cultivar.
Sun exposure: Partial shade to full sun; afternoon shade helps prevent leaf scorch in hot summers
Flowering season: Small red-purple flowers in mid-spring, not showy from a distance
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8
Water needs: Average; benefits from consistent moisture and good drainage
Special features: Slow to moderate growth, developing a layered, rounded canopy over time; red winged samaras add fall interest; works well as a specimen, understory, or container tree; deer and rabbit resistant
Wildlife value: Minor nectar source for early-season pollinators
Botanical name: Acer palmatum 'Katsura'
Category: Japanese Maples