Acer Ao Kanzashi - 33cm Pot

Acer palmatum ‘Ao Kanzashi’ is a refined variegated Japanese Maple prized for its delicate foliage and elegant seasonal colour. This variety features very small, finely cut leaves edged with soft creamy-white to light green variegation, creating a luminous, textured effect in the garden.

In spring, the pale margins can take on subtle red tones before settling into their creamy variegation through the growing season. As autumn arrives, Ao Kanzashi delivers a striking display of orange and red foliage, providing strong seasonal contrast and making it a standout feature in smaller gardens or courtyard spaces.

Its compact leaf size and fine branching structure give it a graceful, ornamental presence, ideal for feature planting, Japanese-style gardens or growing in large containers.

Maple Tree Care

Japanese Maples are beautiful, relatively low-fuss trees that reward you with exceptional colour in spring and autumn. Acer ‘Ao Kanzashi’ prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil and a position with protection from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds.

Water regularly while young, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering, then reduce frequency once established. A slow-release fertiliser in early spring can assist younger trees in establishing, though mature maples rarely require heavy feeding. Pruning is minimal — a light summer tidy-up of dead, damaged or crowded branches will maintain shape and health without disrupting its natural form.

Ideal for
– Feature planting in small gardens
– Japanese or oriental-style landscapes
– Courtyards and large containers
– Autumn colour displays
– Layered planting with contrasting foliage