Bihou Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum bihou is a deciduous tree that is known for it s stunning winter interest bark.

Bihou japanese maple. Feed japanese maples in spring with a multipurpose fertilizer. Prefers slightly acidic soil with good drainage. On oct 27 2013 ga maples from danielsville ga wrote. New leaves are chartreuse with a red edge and will turn a medium green for summer.

Bihou gold bark is a relatively new introduction which features stunning yellow to orange bark color in fall and winter bihou is the gold bark counterpoint to the famous coral bark sango kaku. Fall color is yellow and orange. Bp 1 container 1 container on standard 1 container grafted on firma 2 container 2 container on standard 3 container 3 container on standard 3 container grafted on firma. In fact in the hotter regions of its perennial range it will appreciate some afternoon shade.

It s rare to find a japanese maple with a season to season appeal. A little extra care for the first few years will ensure its success. The bihou brings the wow factor to your yard from season to season with bark that glows a soft golden yellow year round and newly forming branches that emerge in a salmon hue. Bihou japanese maple can be useful in the landscape along woodland borders in foundation plantings in containers or planters around decks swimming pools and other outdoor living areas under a shade tree as a focal point in landscape beds or islands to frame the corners of a home or other building to add property value or grown flat.

The following is a quote from the heritage seedling catalog with some excellent tips. Acer palmatum bihou japanese maple upright 10 12. Bihou is an absolutely stunning tree in the fall and winter. Acer palmatum bihou japanese maple starting at.

This tree flourishes when given its preference for moist soil that drains. Like the coral bark maple this plant will add vitality to your winter landscape. This yellow bark contrasting brightly with red buds will create pop in your landscape. Fall color is yellows and oranges.

Needs little care to thrive bihou japanese maple can even handle some shade. In the winter the bark is a stunning bright yellow. Bihou exhibits outstanding winter interest with an unusual golden yellow apricot colored bark. This new tree opens the door to countless new garden design uses.

Gorgeous chartreuse leaves emerge in spring and darken through summer. Imagine an up lighted specimen size tree with this bark color as a focal point. Colors are much more prominent in colder climates. And the bihou s leaves are showy too changing color with the seasons.

Bihou gold bark japanese maple. Bihou is best known for its bright yellow bark. A vigorous grower to 10 or so. Why bihou japanese maple trees.

Bihou japanese maple is also a commanding choice for the centerpiece of a formal courtyard garden. A relatively new introduction from japan it has bright yellow.