Maple Seeds – Korean

The Korean Maple is a compact, ornamental tree known for its brilliant foliage and elegant form. Its vibrant leaves change color through the seasons, making it a popular choice for home gardens, landscapes, and bonsai enthusiasts. This hardy maple variety grows well in temperate climates and is easy to care for once established.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree

• Variety Name: Korean Maple (Acer pseudosieboldianum)

• Growth Habit: Compact, rounded canopy with multi-stemmed growth

• Height: Typically reaches 15–25 feet when mature

• Foliage: Green leaves turning red, orange, and yellow in autumn

• Maturity: Slow to moderate growth rate; matures in 10–15 years

• Growing Season: Best planted in spring or fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 4–6: April–May and September–October

  • Zones 7–8: February–March and October–November

• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained soil with organic content

• Watering: Regular watering during establishment; moderate afterward

• Uses: Ideal for landscape planting, ornamental gardens, and bonsai cultivation