Acer palmatum 'Utsu Semi' Green Japanese Maple arborvitae Generally as wide or wider

Generally as wide or wider than tall

'Bonny' has a compact growth habit and will grow into a small

meaning "Snow Peak" in Japanese

'Tempelhof' does well in mixed plantings in containers or by itself

While fairly sun tolerant this cultivar prefers some shade in hotter climates

Acer palmatum 'Utsu Semi' Green Japanese Maple arborvitae Generally as wide or widerAmazingly short lobes for an Acer palmatum give 'Utsu semi' and unbeatable texture that contrasts well with almost everything in the garden. Add to that the vivid light green color in spring and you get a must have show stopper of a plant. 'Utsu semi' translates to grasshopper like skin. In summer leaves darken slightly but would still be considered light green. In fall the leaves turn orange to purple while the leaf veins remain green giving it a