Tamukeyama

Tamukeyama is one of the best examples of dissected-leaf Japanese acers. It features red dissected leaves which become dark purple, before turning dark red and scarlet in the autumn.

Tamukeyama is slow-growing but likely to reach about 3m in the longer term.

Tamukeyama japanese maple trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

• 2-year pot-grown tree £78.00

  
  Grown for us by Frank P Matthews nursery
  In a 8L-9L pot
  Medium size (2.5m-3.5m after 10 years)
  

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Pre-order now for delivery from September 2025 for pot grown trees and December 2025 for bare-rooted or mixed orders.

How to grow

Tamukeyama is easy to grow, but prefers well-drained soil and a sheltered situation with some partial shade. It is a suitable for growing in large patio containers.

History

Tamukeyama was introduced in the early 18th century.

Tamukeyama characteristics

• Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
• PruningPrune hard
• Site conditionsCoastal siteWindy site
• Annual cycleDeciduous

Similar varieties

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  Acer palmatum
  Garnet
  Garnet and Tamukeyama are both dissected forms and look good when inter-planted.