Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' – Elegant, Hardy & Versatile Japanese Maple with Striking Coral Red Bark
Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku', also known as the "Coral Bark Maple," is a stunning deciduous tree renowned for its striking coral-red bark, delicate foliage, and graceful form. This variety of Japanese Maple is perfect for adding vibrant color and elegance to gardens, parks, and landscapes. With its attractive seasonal changes, Acer 'Sangokaku' provides year-round beauty, making it a standout choice for those seeking a tree that combines both ornamental appeal and versatile growth.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: New leaves emerge in a soft light green, offering a fresh, airy appearance that adds subtle texture and color to the landscape.
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Summer: The foliage deepens into a rich green, complementing the tree’s sculptural structure and creating a pleasant, shaded environment.
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Autumn: Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' puts on a spectacular autumn display, with leaves turning vibrant red, orange, and gold, adding warmth and beauty to the garden.
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Winter: In winter, the tree’s most striking feature is its bright coral-red bark, which contrasts beautifully against the snow or winter landscape, offering visual interest and texture.
Structure & Form
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Height: Grows to a height of approximately 4–6 meters (400–600 cm), with a graceful, upright form that adds height and elegance to any space.
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Spread: The tree spreads up to 3–4 meters (300–400 cm) wide, creating a balanced, compact canopy that provides ample shade and structure.
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Foliage: The delicate, palmate leaves are finely divided, creating a light, airy texture in the garden. In spring and summer, the leaves are green, but in autumn, they transform into fiery red, orange, and yellow hues.
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Bark: The most distinctive feature of Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' is its striking coral-red bark, which becomes especially vivid in the winter months, offering year-round visual interest.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Specimen Tree: Ideal as a focal point in the garden, where its stunning bark and seasonal color changes can be admired throughout the year.
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Japanese & Zen Gardens: Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' is perfect for creating a serene atmosphere in Japanese-style or Zen gardens, thanks to its graceful form and striking features.
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Woodland & Shaded Areas: Thrives in partially shaded or woodland gardens, where its elegant form fits beautifully among other trees and plants.
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Contemporary & Traditional Gardens: This tree works well in both modern and traditional landscapes, offering timeless beauty with its changing foliage and vibrant bark.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers partial shade to full sun, with some protection from the hottest midday sun. It thrives in dappled light or shaded areas but can tolerate some direct sunlight, particularly in cooler climates.
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Soil: Enjoys moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. It prefers soil enriched with organic matter and benefits from consistent moisture levels, though it does not like to be waterlogged.
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Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8, Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' is well-suited to temperate climates, but it may need some winter protection in colder regions to ensure healthy growth.
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Maintenance: This tree is relatively low-maintenance. Occasional pruning to remove dead or damaged branches helps maintain its shape and structure. It benefits from mulch around the roots to retain moisture and keep the soil cool in summer.
Why Choose Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku'?
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Striking Coral-Red Bark: The vivid coral-red bark of Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' is its signature feature, offering year-round visual interest, especially in winter when other trees have lost their leaves.
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Seasonal Beauty: The tree provides stunning seasonal changes, from the soft green leaves in spring to the fiery red, orange, and gold hues of autumn.
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Elegant Form: With its upright, elegant growth habit and finely cut leaves, this Japanese Maple adds sophistication and grace to any garden or landscape.
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Versatility: Whether used as a specimen tree, in woodland gardens, or alongside other trees and shrubs, Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' adapts beautifully to various garden designs.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens: Pair with evergreen shrubs like Taxus or Ilex to create a year-round contrast with the vibrant seasonal changes of Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku'.
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Perennials: Combine with perennials like Hostas, Astilbe, or Ferns for a lush, layered effect beneath the tree’s canopy, offering additional texture and contrast.
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Other Japanese Maples: Pair with other varieties of Japanese Maples, such as Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' or Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira', for a mix of shapes, sizes, and colors that complement each other.
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Flowering Shrubs: Combine with flowering shrubs like Rhododendrons or Azaleas to add vibrant blooms that enhance the seasonal beauty of the tree.
Acer palmatum 'Sangokaku' is a stunning and versatile Japanese Maple that adds elegance, color, and texture to any landscape. Its unique coral-red bark, graceful form, and beautiful seasonal changes make it an ideal choice for both modern and traditional garden designs. Whether used as a specimen tree, in Japanese gardens, or as part of a mixed landscape, Acer 'Sangokaku' provides year-round beauty and sophistication.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
