Acer palmatum 'Ryusen' - Jap. Maple

Acer palmatum 'Ryusen'

Ryusen Japanese Maple

A unique, strongly weeping Japanese maple with an elegant cascading form and vivid fall color.

• Bright green leaves throughout the growing season

• Turns gold, orange, and crimson in fall

• Strongly pendulous branches that weep straight downward—must be staked for height

• Can grow 6–12 ft tall (with staking) and 4–8 ft wide

• Thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil

• Deer resistant, low maintenance, and cold hardy

• Hardy in zones 5–8

Perfect as a specimen tree for patios, entryways, or near water features—graceful form with eye-catching seasonal interest.