{"product_id":"takao-japanese-maple-acer-palmatum-takao","title":"Takao Japanese Maple - Acer palmatum 'Takao'","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Rubik, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.4em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eTakao Japanese Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Takao' is one of the oldest Japanese maple cultivars in existence, with documented history dating back to 1690 in Japan. An upright, large-growing green palmatum with exceptional adaptability and glorious golden-yellow fall colour, this is a garden tree that has stood the test of time for over three centuries — and continues to earn its place in every landscape it graces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eGrowth Form \u0026amp; Habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Takao' develops into a substantial, well-formed upright tree, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn upright, rounded canopy reaching 15–20 feet tall and wide at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, broad green palmatum leaves that create a full and lush summer canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong branch structure with classic Japanese maple form and presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003eWith its substantial size and classic upright form, 'Takao' makes an outstanding specimen, shade tree, or anchor planting in larger garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eFoliage \u0026amp; Seasonal Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Takao' delivers classic four-season ornamental interest, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh green palmatum foliage through spring and summer — a clean, classic garden presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, broad leaves that create exceptional canopy density and a lush, summery feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlorious golden-yellow autumn colour — warm, luminous, and unmistakable in the fall garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant branch structure with refined winter presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Takao' also attracts beneficial insects and birds — adding ecological value alongside its outstanding ornamental character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eIdeal for Large Gardens \u0026amp; Specimen Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Takao' is best suited to larger garden spaces where its full, rounded canopy and bold autumn colour can be appreciated at scale. It makes a magnificent specimen tree, an elegant focal point, or a stately shade-providing anchor in collector landscapes and traditional garden designs. Its adaptability across sun and shade conditions also makes it a flexible choice for a wide range of planting positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eWhy Choose Takao?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOver 330 years of history:\u003c\/strong\u003e Documented to 1690 in Japan — one of the oldest and most enduring Japanese maple cultivars in existence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlorious golden-yellow fall colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm, luminous autumn display that is among the finest of any green-leaved Japanese maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional adaptability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performs from full sun to mostly shade, tolerates humidity, and thrives in average garden conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge and impressive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches 15–20 feet tall and wide — a bold, substantial specimen for larger landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEcologically valuable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts beneficial insects and birds throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 0 auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/1235\/5055\/files\/plant-form-also-on-top.png?v=1762212164\" alt=\"Takao Japanese Maple growth form\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #000; margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTypical Takao growth form\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003ePlant Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003eWe offer Takao Japanese maples in several size categories. Measurements are approximate and provided as a general guideline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .plant-sizes-table thead {\n    display: none;\n  }\n  .plant-sizes-table tr {\n    display: block;\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    background-color: #f9f9f9 !important;\n  }\n  .plant-sizes-table td {\n    display: block;\n    text-align: left;\n    padding: 10px 12px;\n    border: none !important;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd !important;\n  }\n  .plant-sizes-table td:before {\n    content: attr(data-label);\n    font-weight: bold;\n    display: block;\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n    color: #98a869;\n  }\n  .plant-sizes-table td:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none !important;\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Rubik, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 0 0 15px 0; font-family: Rubik, sans-serif;\" class=\"plant-sizes-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #98a869; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSize Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTrunk Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Size Category\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4\" Liners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Height\"\u003e6–12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Trunk Diameter\"\u003e¼–½ inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Description\"\u003eYoung plants ideal for training, bonsai, or growing on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Size Category\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 1-Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Height\"\u003e6–24 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Trunk Diameter\"\u003e¾–1½ inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Description\"\u003eWell-established plants suitable for landscape or container growing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Size Category\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-Gallon Extra Large (XL)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Height\"\u003e12–48 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Trunk Diameter\"\u003e¾–2 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; color: #000;\" data-label=\"Description\"\u003eGrown for a longer period, resulting in better branching, thicker trunks, and a more mature appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 30px 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown in Canada, for Canada.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #000; margin: 30px 0 0 0; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Island Ornamentals","offers":[{"title":"4\" Container","offer_id":50643128549615,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#1 Container","offer_id":50643128582383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#1 Container XL","offer_id":50643128615151,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/1235\/5055\/files\/Acer_palmatum_Takao_Japanese_maple_leaves.png?v=1788106681","url":"https:\/\/islandornamental.ca\/products\/takao-japanese-maple-acer-palmatum-takao","provider":"Island Ornamentals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}