Kiyohime
‘Kiyohime’ is a dwarf, very dense Japanese maple, appreciated for its spreading habit (often wider than tall) and its small 5-lobed leaves. In spring, it leafs out pale green with an orange to reddish margin, then becomes a rich green in summer. In autumn, it colours yellow-orange. An excellent choice for containers and a very interesting base for bonsai training.
Character & interest
‘Kiyohime’ is sought after for its compact, very branched structure: it naturally forms a dense mass with short internodes. Its silhouette often tends to spread more than it grows upward, making it perfect for small spaces and low compositions.
Colours
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Spring : pale green leaves with an orange/reddish edging.
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Summer : rich green.
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Autumn : yellow-orange (sometimes warmer depending on conditions).
Habit & vigour
Dense, spreading habit; dwarf shrub. Good vigour for a dwarf (it branches a lot), while remaining easy to keep compact.
Indicative size
As a guide: around 1 to 2 m tall, with a spread often equal to or greater (often much wider if allowed to spread). Values vary greatly depending on cultivation, in-ground vs container, and training.
Exposure
Gentle sun / bright partial shade. Good light improves density, but protection from scorching sun and drying wind helps keep the foliage tidy, especially in a container.
| Groupe MS | 11. Palmatum |
|---|---|
| Habit | Buissonnant / Évasé |
| Vigueur | Lente |
| Taille 10 ans | Petit (1-2m) |
| Forme de feuille | Palmate |
| Couleur Printemps | Vert bordé rouge |
| Couleur Été | Green |
| Couleur Automne | Jaune / Orange |
| Exposure | Mi-ombre |
| Size / Grade | C1, C1.5, C10, C2, C3, C5, C7.5, P9 |
