Acer palmatum 'Okushimo'
Unique Okushimo Japanese Maple

Zones 5-9

Okushimo is a very unusual upright green Japanese maple. This Japanese maple tree has a light green leaf and the edges curl upright creating a unique look. The growth habit is upright and forms a great vase shape that can be very useful in the landscape. The fall color ranges from yellow to deep orange. The tree is vigorous and grows well in sun or shade. Typically reaches 15–20 ft  tall and about 10–15 ft wide in 10–15 years. The height can reach up to 20 ft over time and even at maturity retains the great narrow vase-like shape.

The name ‘Okushimo’ means “salt and pepper”. This is a very old Japanese maple cultivar that is under used because people are not informed about it. The unusual leaf structure and great color make ‘Okushimo’ a very complimentary addition when planted next to other cultivars or used as focal point planting. Plant this Japanese maple in your landscape for that beautiful conversation piece all your garden visitors will be talking about.

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.