I Dream in Yellow . . .

in the cold days of winter

when your leaves disappear

to expose the glow of crimson red bark

against a gray sky

and a quiet landscape.

I dream in yellow...

in the vibrant days of spring & summer,

when your bark mysterously returns to gray

as your delicate fresh green leaves emerge

and gently whisper their secrets

to the wind.

I dream in yellow...

in the cool morning & warm afternoons of fall

to find you wrapped in a glowing, gold

that awakens me from my dreams

and sweetly reminds of me

of all these seasons we share.

Acer palmatum 'Sango-Kaku'

Coral Bark Maple

Hardiness Zones: 6-8

Habit: Dedciduous

Growth Rate: Moderate to Slow

Site Requirements: Sun to modest shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates a range of soil types including sand and heavy clay; drought tolerant.

Form: Rounded

Height: 20-25'

Width: 15-20'