{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-osakazuki-70cm-pot-210cm-height-outdoor-tree","title":"Acer Palmatum 'Osakazuki' 70cm Pot 210cm Height Outdoor Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eAcer palmatum ‘Osakazuki’\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most celebrated Japanese maples, renowned for producing some of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"423\"\u003efinest and most intense autumn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e of all acers. Unlike many Japanese maples prized mainly for their delicate leaf shapes, ‘Osakazuki’ stands out for its broad foliage and exceptional autumn display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e🌿 Key Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, seven-lobed, broadly palmate leaves emerge \u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"702\"\u003ebright green in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining a rich green through summer. In autumn, they turn to a \u003cstrong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"812\"\u003espectacular brilliant scarlet-crimson\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely regarded as one of the best for consistent and vivid autumn colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a graceful, upright small tree with a broadly rounded canopy, typically reaching \u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e4–6 metres high\u003c\/strong\u003e with a similar spread over many years, developing a handsome, well-balanced shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eBark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth grey branches add subtle winter structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eBecause of its reliable, intense autumn show, ‘Osakazuki’ is often chosen as a specimen tree where its seasonal brilliance can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e🌱 Detailed Care Guide for Acer palmatum ‘Osakazuki’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e📍 Position \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003epartial shade or dappled sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eTolerates more sun than many Japanese maples and can be planted in positions with morning to early afternoon sun, which helps intensify autumn colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eStill benefits from some protection from hot, late afternoon sun to reduce leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e🌬️ Shelter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eNeeds a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003esheltered spot\u003c\/strong\u003e, out of strong winds, which can dry or damage the leaf margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eLikes soil to be \u003cstrong data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003econsistently moist but well-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eWater deeply during dry periods, particularly when young or grown in pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eApply a mulch in spring to conserve moisture and keep roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e🪴 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eslightly acidic to neutral\u003c\/strong\u003e, fertile, humus-rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eAvoid very alkaline or heavy clay soils. If necessary, plant in raised beds or large containers using \u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eericaceous compost with added grit for drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e🍽️ Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eFeed lightly in spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser or a feed specially formulated for acers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003eAvoid high-nitrogen feeds which encourage soft, lush growth more susceptible to wind and frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003e✂️ Pruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eRequires minimal pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003eRemove any dead, damaged or crossing branches in late autumn or winter while dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eAvoid hard cutting back which spoils its natural graceful form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e🪲 Pests \u0026amp; Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003eGenerally very healthy and trouble-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eMay occasionally attract aphids on new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003eLeaf scorch (brown edges or tips) is usually caused by drought, strong winds or excessive sun, rather than disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e🚰 Container Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003eCan be grown successfully in large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3122\"\u003eUse \u003cstrong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3063\"\u003eericaceous compost mixed with grit\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensure the pot drains freely, and raise it on pot feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3123\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003eWater consistently and protect container roots in harsh winters by wrapping or moving to a sheltered spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55885781238134,"sku":"SPVV2328","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/Acer_Palmatum_Osakazuki_70cm_Pot_210cm_Height_Outdoor_Tree.webp?v=1760365990","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/acer-palmatum-osakazuki-70cm-pot-210cm-height-outdoor-tree","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}