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Osakazuki Japanese Maple - Acer palmatum ‘Osakazuki’
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Overview & Specifications
Osakazuki Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum 'Osakazuki'
Among Japanese maples, 'Osakazuki' stands apart for the sheer intensity of its autumn display, a full-canopy ignition of scarlet that few ornamental trees can match. Elegant in structure year-round, it brings seasonal drama and compositional refinement to prestige landscapes.
Why Osakazuki Japanese Maple
Autumn colour benchmark: Widely regarded as producing the most intense scarlet of any Acer palmatum cultivar, delivering a statement that holds through the season.
Refined canopy structure: Develops a well-balanced, layered branching framework that contributes strong architectural form even outside the autumn season.
Four-season presence: Fresh lime-green spring foliage, deep summer green, peak autumn fire, and sculptural winter silhouette.
Considered scale: A mature height of 4 to 6 metres with a proportionate spread allows it to anchor a composition without overwhelming neighbouring elements.
Proven ornamental pedigree: A long-established cultivar trusted by landscape architects for feature and specimen placements in high-specification projects.
Ideal Applications
Specimen feature planting: Positioned as a standalone focal point where autumn colour will be viewed and appreciated at scale.
Japanese and contemplative garden design: Integral to refined, minimalist compositions where seasonal rhythm is a design intention.
Courtyard and enclosed landscapes: Its controlled scale and canopy elegance suit high-end residential courtyards and curated urban spaces.
Layered planting schemes: Works with groundcovers, mosses, and understory planting to create depth and botanical sophistication.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring when dormant
Soil & Drainage: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter; avoid waterlogged or highly alkaline conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly throughout the first two summers, keeping the root zone consistently moist but not saturated. Apply a generous layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and protect the shallow root system.
Plant Details
Height: 4–6m
Width: 4–6m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Japan, China, Korea
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Delivery
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Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
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Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
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