Pung Kil Japanese Maple

'Pung Kil' is a rare Korean-introduced Japanese maple prized for having some of the darkest red foliage of any linearilobum cultivar. Its long, thin strap-like leaves flow gracefully in the breeze, holding a deep, saturated red through most of the summer before delivering a spectacular orange to crimson fall display. An outstanding choice for any garden where space, colour, and elegance all matter.

Growth Form & Habit

'Pung Kil' develops into a graceful, wind-swept upright form, including:

• A slow-growing upright habit reaching 6–7 feet tall in 10 years — ideal for smaller gardens and featured positions
• Elegant, wind-swept character as the thin strap leaves flow in the breeze
• Refined, airy silhouette with distinctive linearilobum leaf texture

Its slow growth rate and manageable size make 'Pung Kil' an ideal red linearilobum for virtually any yard or garden setting.

Foliage & Seasonal Characteristics

'Pung Kil' delivers exceptional ornamental interest across all seasons, including:

• Deep, dark red strap-like foliage emerging in early spring — among the darkest of any linearilobum cultivar
• Excellent colour retention through most of summer — one of the best red strap-leaf maples for holding colour
• Graceful, flowing leaf movement in the breeze — a living, dynamic garden element
• Spectacular bright orange to crimson red autumn colour display
• Refined branching structure with elegant winter presence

The thin strap leaves create an exceptionally fine, airy texture unlike any other Japanese maple form — a striking contrast to broader-leaved garden companions.

Ideal for Bonsai & Garden Use

'Pung Kil' is an outstanding specimen tree for gardens of all sizes, equally at home in a featured border position, a container on a patio, or a collector's landscape. Its slow growth and compact mature size make it one of the most garden-friendly red linearilobums available. The distinctive strap-leaf form also makes it a rewarding and unusual subject for bonsai cultivation.

Why Choose Pung Kil?

• Exceptionally dark foliage: Among the darkest red strap-leaf Japanese maples available — a standout in any garden
• Outstanding colour retention: Deep red holds well through most of summer — one of the best linearilobums for summer colour
• Graceful wind-swept character: Thin strap leaves flow beautifully in the breeze, adding dynamic movement to the garden
• Slow-growing and garden-friendly: Just 6–7 feet in 10 years — ideal for small gardens, patios, and featured positions
• Rare Korean heritage: Named in honour of Mr. Pung Kil of Chollipo Arboretum, South Korea — a cultivar with genuine collector significance

Typical Pung Kil growth form

Plant Sizes

We offer Pung Kil Japanese maples in several size categories. Measurements are approximate and provided as a general guideline.

Please note: Plant size and form will vary depending on the cultivar purchased. Dwarf varieties will naturally be smaller and more compact than standard varieties, even within the same pot size.

Grown in Canada, for Canada. All our Japanese maples are cultivated and shipped from our Canadian nursery with care, ensuring they arrive healthy and ready to thrive in your climate.