Acer palmatum 'Verkade's Jacus Potus'
Rare Angel Feather Japanese Maple

Zones 5-9

 

Acer palmatum 'Verkade's Jacus Potus' is a brand new introduction that leafs out with deep burgundy feather-like leaves fading to a green with hints of peach and apricot. The secondary flush of growth changes to shades of pink-red to salmon creating a unique color contrast with the older growth. In the fall, 'Verkade's Jacus Potus' turns to a bright crimson.

This selection was found by Dave Verkade as a chance seedling and named after a nickname for his daughter. We attained this cultivar from Dave himself and fell instantly in love. There are few selections with this feather-type leaf structure and this is a much desired tree. It is similar to the appearance of an upright laceleaf, which gives a graceful look to a dwarf to mid-sized tree.

Little is known about the mature height of this tree as this is such a new introduction. We would estimate that this tree could reach around 8-10 ft in 15 years, although it could end up being much smaller. 'Verkade's Jacus Potus' is great selection with unique characteristics. It is sure to add beauty to your landscape while adding rarity to your exceptional garden.

Limited Quantities Available !! As we have over a thousand cultivars of Japanese maples, we often do not have many of each cultivar. We recommend that you buy the Japanese maples you want immediately as we often sell out of certain selections.