Acer palmatum Ruby Star/Beni Hoshi
(Also known as Beni Hoshi) This is a new dwarf that has very,very pretty small pointed star shaped leaves ... I haven't found the summer color to be as red as most state, but that is par for the course for most red cultivars . It likes a bit of shade as MOST JM's. This tree has a very different look and would be perfect if you are looking for a smaller cultivar . This tree has really grown on my ... I really like it.
- Winter Hardiness: Zone 5 - Down to -20°
- Summer Hardiness: Tree will be planted in partial shade
- Tree Size: Dwarf 3' to 6'
- Tree Form: Tight/Compact
- Leaf Size: Medium
- Leaf Type: Basic (Palmatum, Japonicum, Shirasawanum)
- Spring Color: Red
- Summer Color: Bronze
- Fall Color: Red, Yellow and Orange