Why Plant Coral Bark Japanese Maple?
‘Sango-kaku’ Coral Bark Japanese Maple is one of the most sought after of all Japanese Maples, and its popularity is easy to comprehend. Once you glimpse its warm coral-red young branches glowing like hot coals on a chilly winter day, you’ll understand, too. This is the kind of tree you’ll want to have outside your window, so you can view it year-round, from the early days of spring when the leaves emerge bright yellow, to the sweet days of summer when they turn a lively bright green, to the crisp days of fall when the foliage turns a rich golden-orange. And of course in winter, you’ll want to fix a cup of hot cocoa, sit by the fire, and enjoy the bonfire of coral stems blazing away outside.
Although today they are loved around the globe wherever the climate suits them, Japanese Maples were originally exclusive to—you guessed it—Japan (also China and Korea), where they’d been grown for centuries before any Westerner ever set eyes on them. The Coral Bark Japanese Maple, or ‘Sango-kaku’ (also known as ‘Senkaki’), is an old variety that was discovered by the Japanese and introduced to the West in 1920 via an Irish nursery called Daisy Hull. “Sango” in Japanese means “Sea coral,” and “kaku” means “rising upward,” or “pillar,” in reference to the upright habit of this graceful small ornamental tree.
How to use Coral Bark Japanese Maple in the landscape?
There are some shrubby Dogwoods and Willows with exciting coral-colored winter bark, but few Japanese Maples sport this distinctive and endearing feature. It’s what makes the Coral Bark Japanese Maples one of the most beloved Japanese Maples of all time. Rising to the top of this classy group of trees is quite an achievement, considering there are literally hundreds of beautiful Japanese Maples on the market to choose from!
Planting Zones
Hardiness Zone: 5-8
How To Plant Coral Bark Japanese Maple
Coral Bark Japanese Maple is happiest in moderate climates where winters are neither too frigid, nor summers too hot and steamy. In the warmer parts of its range, it appreciates some shade from the afternoon sun, though it can be grown in full sun where summers are mild. Wind protection is advisable in sites exposed to freezing winter winds. Coral Bark Maple isn’t fussy about soil, as long as it isn’t wet. Like most Maple Trees, it does occasionally fall prey to verticillium wilt, a fungal disease present in some soils. The disease is more likely to attack stressed trees, and proper cultural care is the best means of defense against it.
How Does Shipping Work?
Bower & Branch Trees, the real BIG trees, don’t fit in a box! Our big trees, sizes XL and bigger, require expert delivery and care, that means our extra-large trees are shipped on Bower & Branch trucks. We are the only ones who know how to ship our big and bigger trees and plants with tender loving care. We deliver your trees and plants directly to you. Ask Bower & Branch about planting services – we'd be happy to assist in installation.
*For Big trees and Shrubs, Size XL and bigger: Review our Seasonal Shipping Timelines and Policy here.
Your trees and plants are grown across the United States at various Bower & Branch Growers. Depending on your location, your plant orders may be shipped from various locations. Please expect orders with multiple items to be delivered over a number of days as a result. Orders made up of numerous items or selections will not arrive at your home on the same day.
Shipping Delays:
From time to time, Bower & Branch Growers may determine to delay order shipment based on various factors for plant health. Weather in your region, as well as, where your plants are grown, is always considered when shipping. Extreme weather conditions may delay some or all of your order. Bower & Branch allows our Growers to make final shipping decisions based solely to benefit your trees and plants’ health and success.
How Does Sizing Work?
The size of our trees have nothing to do with the container size like you may find elsewhere–big doesn't mean just height - it’s also vigor, age, and overall health. Other online retailers are going to tell you that a plant is a seven gallon, that means nothing to your tree or plant (or you.)
Our trees for sale online are graded on large, x-large, and even bigger sizes. This is because our trees are sized by their age—the higher the letter, the more mature the tree. The age determines the trees’ overall height, size of the trunk and the overall branch density.
All of these characteristics are what you should be looking for when choosing a tree for immediate impact and instant curb appeal. Our extra-large tree and plant sizes are sure to wow you and your neighbors!
See the size guides below.
