Andrew Tan wrote:

Hi there,

I am thinking about getting a Japanese Maple - Osakazuki for my small
garden. I am confused of its potential height.I read from different
sites and books, Some says 10-15 feet, some says 10-11 meters. Does
anyone here know what is the actual height Osakazuki can go up to.
Thankx

Andrew

Osakazuki is a beautiful Japanese maple - has a very sculptural form and
gets spectacular fall color. It received the RHS Garden Merit award in
1993. It can ultimately get to about 30 feet, but will take a very long
time (50+ years) to achieve this height. The ultimate height of a tree
depends on a lot of factors - how and where it was grafted, the climate
and growing conditions, regular watering, etc. Many trees growing in
urban conditions (ie., your backyard) will never reach the size they
would naturally and others sometimes exceed reported mature heights.

Unless your yard is postage stamp size, a Japanese maple is a good choice
- these are well-mannered small trees that if properly placed and sited
never outgrow their situation. I don't have an Osakazuki, but I have 6
other types of Japanese maples (not to mention a bunch of other trees) in
my pretty compact, less than 1/4 acre garden and they all fit and the
garden is not overly shaded by them.

Go for it - you won't regret your choice.

pam - gardengal