What Zone Are Japanese Maples

Hardiness: While most Japanese maples are hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 8, some are recommended only to Zone 6; Acer sieboldianum can take Zone 4. Protect all Japanese maples from the afternoon sun if located in Zone 8 and from bitter winds in Zone 4 and the northern sections of Zone 5.

How cold hardy are Japanese maples?

Most Japanese maples are USDA cold hardy to zone 5 although a few are rated for zone 4. Most varieties of Japanese maples are heat-rated up to zone 8, although several are rated for zone 9.

Can you grow a Japanese maple in Zone 9?

Zone 9 Japanese maples can be beautiful in your zone 9 hardiness conditions with protection from the hot afternoon sun. For Japanese maples than can handle full sun, please click here. A purchase of a Japanese maple is a true investment in your yard!