Catalina Yatsubusa Japanese Maple, Dwarf Variegated Mikawa Cultivar - Live Plant

Bring refined beauty to your garden or bonsai collection with the Acer palmatum ‘Catalina Yatsubusa’, a rare and sought-after dwarf Japanese maple known for its compact shape, vibrant seasonal color, and elegant leaf texture - a member of the Mikawa Family. Perfect for small gardens, patio containers, and bonsai training, this unique cultivar offers four-season interest in a manageable, slow-growing form.

Key Features:

• Compact & Dwarf Growth Habit: Naturally small and dense, ideal for containers, small landscapes, and bonsai enthusiasts; Has a layered growth habit similar to that of the cultivar Mikawa Yatsubusa but expected to grow more upright 
• Distinctive Leaf Shape: Thinner, pointed leaves have a distinct shape and irregular variegation; Leaves emerge in soft green spring tones and deepen in color as the season progresses
• Plant Type: Deciduous tree
• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to filtered sun; protect from harsh afternoon heat in warm climates
• Mature Size: 6 ft x 4 ft in 10 years
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5-8 
• Soil Preference: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil. 
• Watering: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)