Acer palmatum Kashima / Chiba
A really small rounded ball of a dwarf JM. It is very pretty with sharp pointed small leaves. This is one in great demand by Bonzai enthusiasts. Also known as Chiba. This is my favorite dwarf and there are a lot of folks who are NOT selling the correct cultivar although it is rare to find even the incorrect cultivar, mostly those that sell it are selling Kamagata . I have the TRUE ONE REAL ITEM!! with really nice small leaves and bushy if left to itself .. can be easily shaped and trimmed thus the bonsai interest. It is simply a great dwarf. Zone 6 tree.
- Winter Hardiness: Zone 6 - Down to -10°
- Summer Hardiness: Tree will be planted in partial shade
- Tree Size: Dwarf 1' to 3'
- Tree Form: Tight/Compact
- Leaf Size: Small
- Leaf Type: Basic (Palmatum, Japonicum, Shirasawanum)
- Spring Color: Green with Red edges
- Summer Color: Yellow Green
- Fall Color: Yellow/Gold