Acer Palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'

Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Mikawa Yatsubusa’ is a highly distinctive dwarf Japanese maple prized for its tight, layered branching and thick, curled leaves that create a sculptural, architectural look. Spring foliage emerges yellow-green with red margins, quickly maturing to rich green with pronounced texture.

In fall, foliage turns brilliant shades of orange, red, and gold, often with excellent intensity for a dwarf cultivar. The growth habit is dense, compact, and upright, forming a naturally tidy plant that requires little pruning.

It prefers partial shade, especially in warmer climates, and grows best in well-drained, evenly moist soil. ‘Mikawa Yatsubusa’ is especially valued by collectors for its unique form and year-round structure, even when dormant.

Size



Width: 4–6 ft



Height: 6–8 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5–8



Best Uses


Specimen in small gardens or courtyards



Japanese or Asian-style gardens



Container planting



Accent plant in mixed borders



Collector or feature plant for architectural interest

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

6-8'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Gold, Orange

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Drought tolerant

No