Geisha Gone Wild Japanese Maple

Geisha Gone Wild Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Geisha Gone Wild')

Geisha Gone Wild Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Geisha Gone Wild') is a striking variegated selection with pink, cream, and green marbled leaves edged in rosy tones that mature to soft burgundy with pale margins. Its compact, upright habit and high contrast foliage provide season long color and texture in borders, courtyards, and containers.

Distinctive Features

'Geisha Gone Wild' offers a vivid pink spring flush that settles into multicolored variegation through summer, followed by warm fall tones. Layered branching supports close up viewing of the variegated leaves. Plants typically reach 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide with a tidy, well branched framework.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Morning sun to partial shade; protect from intense afternoon sun to preserve variegation.
• Soil: Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Maintain steady moisture; avoid drought and soggy soil.
• Humidity: Average humidity; ensure airflow to reduce leaf scorch.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point Plantings: Variegated leaves deliver instant visual drama.
• Containers: Excellent choice for large decorative pots.
• Shade Gardens: Brightens filtered light under taller canopies.
• Japanese Gardens: Harmonizes with stone, water, and moss features.
• Accent Plantings: Provides contrast among dark evergreens and conifers.

Low Maintenance Care

'Geisha Gone Wild' maintains color and form with minimal intervention in suitable sites.

• Watering: Keep evenly moist; deep soak during heat or drought.
• Pruning: Light shaping in late winter; avoid heavy summer pruning.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly in spring with a balanced, slow release fertilizer.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally resilient when soil drains well and airflow is good.
• Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots and moderate soil temperature.

Why Choose Geisha Gone Wild Japanese Maple?

• Unique Variegation: Pink, cream, and green tones rare among maples.
• Compact Habit: Fits small gardens and courtyard spaces.
• Seasonal Color: Spring pinks, summer variegation, autumn warmth.
• Close Up Interest: Layered branching invites near viewing.
• Design Impact: High contrast foliage elevates simple plantings.

Provide morning sun, afternoon shade, and consistent moisture to preserve the clearest variegation and best vigor.