Acer palmatum 'Yuri hime' Dwarf Japanese Maple Zone 9 Foliage appears bright red to

Foliage appears bright red to deep purple in early spring depending on sunlight

This color holds pretty well into the summer

while the green needles line the outer layer

The very graceful habit of this small tree is decidedly upright when young but becomes much rounder and wide with age

Acer palmatum 'Yuri hime' Dwarf Japanese Maple Zone 9 Foliage appears bright red toThis little plant has deeply divided leaves that are clustered tightly along the branches. With short internodal lengths 'Yuri hime can be quite difficult to propagate therefore it is rarely seen in nurseries. Spring color is pale green growing darker in summer even more so in heavy shade. While sun tolerant in many areas, it should be placed in partial shade in hotter climates. Fall color is orange to yellow and usually not spectacular. 10 year size: