Beautiful variegated Acer Palmatum, ideal for pots and borders in acid soil or Ericaceous compost.
Acer Palmatum Oridono Nishiki: Regarded as one of the best varieties for leaf variegation, and looking at the pictures taken in May its not difficult to see why, these are beautiful looking plants. Foliage is predominantly green with white variegated margins new growth is pink, a super choice for pots and borders in full sun through to light shade.
What to expect: These are lovely plants, regardless of size chosen. Picture is a 5 litre plant taken in the height of summer, please remember these plants are deciduos and can look different at different times of the year.
Acer plants prefer Acid soil although this is not an absolute necessity it will help the plant reach its full potential. If you have unsuccessfully tried to grow Azalea, Rhododendron, Pieris, Camellias the chances are your soil has a high lime content. Soil can be improved by adding Ericaceous compost to the planting hole this will lower the lime content and raise acid. If pot planted best choice is John Innes Ericaceous Compost this is a specially formulated sterilised loam based, lime free compost with essential foods for plants such as Acer Palmatum. Also in the coldest areas it may be advisable wrap the pots in a winter fleece or bubble wrap during the coldest months, this will help protect the roots. Repotting in fresh compost should be considered every 2 years. Ensure an adequate water supply and feed approximately every 6-8 weeks from early spring through to mid-summer.
