The “Floating Cloud” Maple, Ukigumo is one of the most beautiful of the variegated Japanese Maples. The green leaves are heavily marked in pink and white, turning pink in fall. Best in partial to full shade. Matures at 8′-10′. A Great Plant Pick.
Japanese Maple Notes
- Acer palmatum, Acer shirasawanum, and Acer japonicum are all considered Japanese Maples
- Japanese Maples require well drained soil with even moisture
- Hardy to zone 5
- Japanese Maples thrive in partial shade in most areas where they are hardy. In cool summer climates like the Pacific Northwest, most can be grown in full sun
- Sizes given in descriptions are average sizes of a 10-15 year old tree, in average conditions. Our experience with growing Japanese Maples is in the cool maritime climate of the Pacific Northwest; They may grow differently in other climates.
