Aoba jo 1-2 Year Pre Bonsai (#957) fast growth the Little Gem maple grows

the Little Gem maple grows into a compact rounded shrub to about 3 feet high

Some leaves are sickle-shape like found on Asahi Zuru or Oridono Nishiki

This variety maxes out at about 3 feet high by two feet in width

Okushimo has an unusual rolling of the leaves

rounded habit

Aoba jo 1-2 Year Pre Bonsai (#957) fast growth the Little Gem maple growsAoba jo is an Acer palmatum dwarf variety with delightful green leaves showing bronzed edges. In Japanese, Aoba jo means beautiful green leaves. Hardy and strong growing, this tree has very nice fall colors of yellow, orange and finally turning to scarlet. Mature mounding height is about 3 feet tall, making it an ideal candidate for a potted plant or bonsai. This is a 2 3 year old one gallon plant.