Aoyagi Little Gem A hardy maple that will

A hardy maple that will only grow to about 9 feet tall

Height to 6 feet 12 years

becoming a medium sized tree of 8-10 feet in 10 years

Pyramidal in youth

in very hot areas some protection from afternoon sun is advised

Aoyagi Little Gem A hardy maple that willAoyagi is an Acer palmatum with pea green leaves, bark and stems that make this maple a spectacular specimen! In Japanese, aoyagi translates to green coral. This cultivar is very similar to Ukon which looks the same but tends to grow a little slower and smaller to about 10'. The brilliant green bark pairs nicely in the landscape next to a coral bark variety. Fall colors bring golden yellows. A large, impressive tree with upright form, Aoyagi will