Acer palmatum Beni kawa

‘Beni kawa’ is a better, more compact version of Sango kaku.  This vase-shaped tree leafs out two weeks later than Sango kaku.  Its fresh green leaves change to yellow and orange in fall.  The name means “red bark” which makes it a perfect winter focal point.  This tree can reach 15 feet in 10 years and can take full sun well.