Maple Ridge Nursery Acer palmatum 'Bi hou' Japanese Maple
Best unique specimen for adding year round garden interest.
This Japanese Maple stands out with its brilliant orange-yellow bark that truly shines in winter. It offers dynamic foliage color changes from spring to fall, and its fast-growing, vase-shaped habit makes it a visually engaging specimen. A unique choice for adding year-round interest to your garden.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round beauty and unique winter landscape features
- Homeowners desiring a graceful, multi-seasonal specimen tree for their yard
- Landscape designers and enthusiasts looking for a unique, eye-catching plant
Who should skip it
- New gardeners or those with exposed, full-sun garden locations
- Impatient planters or those needing rapid landscape establishment
- Beginners unfamiliar with specialized pruning or low-maintenance gardeners
Performance breakdown
Winter Visual Impact
The glowing orange-yellow bark provides unmatched seasonal interest in dormant gardens.
Growth Velocity
Establishes itself quickly compared to many slower-growing Japanese maple varieties.
Foliage Versatility
Dynamic color shifts from spring chartreuse to vibrant autumn orange-yellow.
Structural Form
Elegant vase-shaped habit creates a sophisticated silhouette for smaller landscape spaces.
Landscape Integration
Compact mature size fits perfectly into residential gardens or focal point beds.
Detail Aesthetic
Contrasting red buds offer a refined touch against the bright bark.
Key Specs
Tree Species
Maple
Botanical Name
Acer palmatum 'Bi hou'
Common Name
Yellow Bark Japanese Maple
Mature Height
12-15 feet
Mature Spread
8-10 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Foliage Color
Chartreuse new leaves edged in red, turning medium green for summer
Fall Color
Yellow, sometimes blended with orange
Bark Description
Orange-yellow in winter
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