Acer palmatum 'Catalina Mendoza' Japanese Maple
$140.00
About Our SizesAcer palmatum 'Catalina Mendoza' is a newer dwarf Japanese maple from the Mikawa yatsubusa line, with abundant internodes stacked closely on top of one another. That dense yatsubusa structure gives the tree a layered, sculptural presence while it is still small, and the naturally curving framework makes it especially interesting for bonsai work, container culture, and close-view garden placement.
The leaves are narrow and pointed with irregular edges that create a soft ruffled effect. The plant shows bright green to lime-green spring foliage, dense clusters of leaves, and an upright dwarf structure in a nursery container.
'Catalina Mendoza' was discovered by Angel Mendoza and named for his wife, Catalina. It is a wonderful new addition for collectors. Give morning sun or filtered light, with protection from harsh afternoon sun in hotter gardens, and grow in well-drained, evenly moist soil.
Attributes
| Leaf Shape | Palmate |
| Growth Habit | Yatsubusa / compact upright dwarf |
| Landscape Height | 4-5 ft. |
| Container Height | 3-4 ft. |
| Minimum Zone | 5 |
| Maximum Zone | 9 |
| Spring Color | Lime green, yellow-green, green variegation |
| Summer Color | Green with chartreuse/yellow highlights |
| Fall Color | Orange to red |
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