Coral magic
‘Coral Magic’ is a dwarf Japanese maple with a compact habit, sought after for its very intense coral to salmon-pink budbreak in spring. The foliage then turns green in summer, before finishing in bright orange tones in autumn. A real “wow factor” cultivar, perfect in a pot and in a small garden.
Character & interest
The strength of ‘Coral Magic’ is its spectacular spring display: a coral pink that can be seen from far away, instantly bringing light to a planting. It then becomes a very neat little green maple for summer, before putting on a beautiful orange blaze at the end of the season.
Colours
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Spring : very bright coral / salmon-pink foliage (sometimes with warmer nuances depending on exposure).
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Summer : green foliage (calmer tone, holds well in a container).
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Autumn : vivid orange, often very clean and clear.
Habit & vigour
Dwarf habit, rather bushy and compact, overall about as wide as it is tall. Moderate vigour (steady growth, without excess).
Indicative size
Order of magnitude: about 1.5 to 2 m ultimately (often around 1.5 m at 10 years), with a similar spread depending on cultivation and pot size.
Exposure
Gentle sun / bright partial shade. To keep the foliage impeccable, especially in a pot: avoid dry wind and scorching afternoon sun in summer. Sufficient light in spring helps achieve the best coral colouring.
| Groupe MS | 5. Corallinum |
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| Habit | Bushy |
| Vigueur | Lente |
| Taille 10 ans | Petit (1-2m) |
| Forme de feuille | Palmate |
| Couleur Printemps | Rose / Rouge |
| Couleur Été | Green |
| Couleur Automne | Orange |
| Size / Grade | C1, C1.5, C10, C2, C3, C5, C7.5, P9 |
| Exposure | Mi-ombre |
