Acer Shirasawanum 'Sensu' Japanese Maple Gold Yellow Leaf Shape Palmate Growth Habit

Leaf Shape Palmate Growth Habit Upright Landscape Height 10 ft

Leaf Shape Deeply-divided Growth Habit Upright Landscape Height 18 ft

The lobes sometimes curl from the variegation creating an interesting texture

Good heat tolerance

Upright narrow form

Acer Shirasawanum 'Sensu' Japanese Maple Gold Yellow Leaf Shape Palmate Growth HabitLong distinctly separate lobes emerge salmon pink in spring and slowly change to a pale green with an orange blush and tip. Crimson seeds appear above the leaf in summer. Fall brings deep orange. 'Sensu' means moving fan describing the graceful movement of the pendulous branches in the wind. Needs protection from hot afternoon sun. An excellent alternative to 'Omure yama' in colder climates. Attributes Leaf Shape Deeply Divided Growth Habit Spreading