Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito'

• Height: 8 - 10 feet (2.4 - 3m)
• Width: 4 - 6 feet (1.2 - 1.8m)
• Hardiness: -29°C (-20°F)
• USDA Zone: 5b
• Light: Partial Shade or Full Sun

Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito' has string like leaves which are reminiscent of 'harp strings' ('Koto No Ito' translated means 'harp strings' in the Japanese language). Delicate lime green leaves first appear in spring and remain throughout summer. Fall time brings on the transformation of beautiful oranges and reds. 'Koto No Ito' forms a dense upright shrub reaching 6' tall x 3' wide in 10 years. The fine leaves add an unique textural element to any garden landscape.

• Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito'

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  Sring foliage

  

• Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito'

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  Sring foliage

  

• Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito'

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  25gal pot at the nursery

  

• Acer palmatum 'Koto No Ito'

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  Mature specimen