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Acer 'Bi Hoo'® 19cm

Name: Acer 'Bi Hoo'® 19cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: AcerBi-Hoo19cmG
Price: 28.0 EUR
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Deciduous ornamental shrub · Sapindaceae · Dense, bushy and upright habit

Acer palmatum 'Bi Hoo'®

From spring’s “wow” to winter’s “woooow” ❄️

Family: Sapindaceae · Pot diameter: 19 cm · Height: approx. 45 cm

Yellow-green spring foliage
Salmon-pink flushes
Golden-yellow winter stems
Compact bushy habit

Acer palmatum ‘Bi Hoo’ does not stop performing when the leaves fall; that is when its golden-yellow winter framework is revealed. Spring brings yellow-green lobed leaves with salmon-pink flushes, autumn warms them through yellow and orange, and winter leaves golden to orange stems holding the composition in light. It is a genuinely multi-season choice, continuing to offer interest when many other plants become quiet.

Its dense, bushy and relatively compact habit suits courtyards, sheltered terraces and smaller gardens. Bare winter branching becomes part of the design and looks especially effective against a dark evergreen background or a calm architectural surface.

What makes it special

In ‘Bi Hoo’, foliage, stems and compact form provide three successive sources of interest.

Spring with a salmon glow

Yellow-green leaves open with pink to salmon flushes, making the fresh growth especially luminous.

Winter gold

After leaf fall, golden-yellow and orange young stems are revealed, keeping the composition alive.

A compact bushy crown

Dense upright branching creates a clear, useful outline for smaller outdoor settings.

Why you will love it: It offers four seasons of design: luminous spring growth, a green crown, warm autumn colour and golden bare stems.

In the garden & on the balcony Placement & plant combinations A multi-season focal point with a dark background that makes the winter stems especially visible

Planting position

Where golden stems illuminate winter

Place it near an entrance, seating area or window used in winter so the golden-yellow branching remains visible after leaf fall. The compact bushy habit suits a small garden or large outdoor pot.

For several freely formed plants, allow approximately 1.5–2.5 m from centre to centre, following the verified mature spread. A dark evergreen or calm surface behind it increases the visibility of the winter stems.

Colour & compatibility

Combinations that work

The lime, salmon and golden-yellow palette of ‘Bi Hoo’ becomes clearer beside black bases, purple flower spikes and burgundy-silver ferns. All three choices suit bright partial shade and organic soil with even moisture and good drainage, creating clean layers around the Acer’s natural form.

Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’ — creates a low near-black base that makes the golden-yellow stems and lime new growth stand out immediately
Liriope muscari ‘Royal Purple’ — adds evergreen dark green foliage and upright purple flower spikes that balance the golden-yellow stems and lime new growth in late summer
Athyrium niponicum var. pictum ‘Burgundy Lace’ — its burgundy, pink and silver fronds connect the intermediate colours and make the golden-yellow stems and lime new growth more expressive

Care at a glance

Light

Bright partial shade or morning sun; shelter from fierce afternoon sun and drying winds helps preserve the delicate foliage.

Watering

Water thoroughly when the upper layer begins to dry, maintaining even moisture without waterlogging; check pots more frequently in hot weather.

Climate & hardiness

Deciduous and hardy in winter cold; fresh growth benefits from shelter against late frost, hot dry air and extreme summer exposure.

Safety

An ornamental plant, not food. It is not intended for consumption; place it away from children or animals that tend to chew plant material.

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, microclimate, ground planting, pots, growing medium, watering, feeding, pruning and the winter cycle

Light & microclimate

Bright partial shade or morning sun; shelter from fierce afternoon sun and drying winds helps preserve the delicate foliage.

Planting in the ground

Plant in fertile, organic, acid to neutral soil that retains moisture yet drains freely. Keep the root collar level with the surrounding soil and allow the natural crown the space indicated by its mature habit.

Growing in a pot

Use a roomy, stable outdoor pot with unobstructed drainage holes and a structured growing medium that resists compaction. Yes. Its compact bushy habit is particularly suitable for a large outdoor pot, with free drainage, even moisture and periodic root checks.

Watering & cool roots

Water thoroughly when the upper layer begins to dry, maintaining even moisture without waterlogging; check pots more frequently in hot weather. An organic mulch helps buffer sudden changes in moisture and temperature.

Feeding & clean foliage

A light application of balanced fertiliser in early spring is usually sufficient. Avoid excessive nitrogen and late feeding, which encourage soft new growth.

Pruning & the winter cycle

Pruning is rarely necessary. Remove only dead, damaged or awkwardly crossing branches after leaf fall and before midwinter. A bare crown in winter is entirely normal.

Development over timeFrom a young Acer to compact upright bushy crown with bright stemsCareful establishment gradually gives way to characteristic natural branching and increasingly rich seasonal changes.

First establishment

After planting, new growth may be restrained while the root system settles. Even moisture and a sheltered microclimate matter more than rapid extension.

The natural habit becomes clear

As the main shoots branch, the plant gradually develops a dense, bushy and upright habit. Its natural line is most attractive when it is not clipped into a rigid shape.

A mature seasonal rhythm

With maturity it repeats its distinctive colour cycle each year: yellow-green spring with salmon flushes, yellow-orange autumn and golden winter stems, followed by natural leaf fall.

Mature form & dimensions

Maturity 10–20 years

Height 1.5–2.5 mSpread 1.5–2.5 mDense, bushy and upright habit

Indicative natural silhouette; verified mature dimensions 1.5–2.5 m high × 1.5–2.5 m wide.

The palette through the year

Deciduous

Spring → summerYellow-green with a salmon-pink flush

Autumn → winterYellow-orange foliage and golden stems

The crown is naturally bare in winter. Colour intensity and timing vary with light, temperature and microclimate.

What to expect after planting: In a suitable position in open ground, the mature form reaches approximately 1.5–2.5 m in height and 1.5–2.5 m in spread over 10–20 years. Growth usually remains more restrained in a pot.

History & breeding Cultivar origin Breeder, original selection and the cultivar’s history

‘Bi Hoo’ was found in Japan in 1993 by Japanese-maple enthusiast Mr Masayoshi. Guy Maillot evaluated it and introduced it to the European market in 2004.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScience nobody asked forBotanical details for anyone curious about what lies behind the plant’s appearance

Palmatum horticultural group

In the horticultural classification of Japanese maples, this cultivar belongs to the Palmatum Group: its leaves usually have five to seven lobes, cut beyond halfway into the blade without the fine secondary division of the Dissectum Group.

Frequently asked questions

Six practical answers covering light, seasonal colour, pots, mature size, pruning and winter leaf fall.

01How much sun will it tolerate in Greece?

Bright partial shade or morning sun; shelter from fierce afternoon sun and drying winds helps preserve the delicate foliage. A sheltered microclimate matters just as much as the number of hours of light.

02Why does its colour change through the year?

Spring begins yellow-green with salmon flushes, autumn moves through yellow and orange, and golden to orange stems appear after leaf fall.

03Can it remain in a pot?

Yes. Its compact bushy habit is particularly suitable for a large outdoor pot, with free drainage, even moisture and periodic root checks.

04How large does it become and how quickly?

In a suitable position in open ground it reaches approximately 1.5–2.5 m in height and 1.5–2.5 m in spread over 10–20 years. Microclimate and available root space influence the rate.

05Does it need pruning to hold its shape?

Usually not; its natural architecture is central to its beauty. If cleaning is needed, work after leaf fall and before midwinter, removing only what is necessary.

06Is it normal for the tree to be bare in winter?

Yes. It is deciduous and sheds its leaves in autumn after completing its colour cycle. Fresh growth returns in spring.

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Acer 'Bi Hoo'® 19cm

Acer 'Bi Hoo'® 19cm

Acer palmatum 'Bi Hoo'®

What makes it special

Spring with a salmon glow

Winter gold

A compact bushy crown

Where golden stems illuminate winter

Combinations that work

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Climate & hardiness

Safety

Light & microclimate

Planting in the ground

Growing in a pot

Watering & cool roots

Feeding & clean foliage

Pruning & the winter cycle

First establishment

The natural habit becomes clear

A mature seasonal rhythm

Mature form & dimensions

The palette through the year

Palmatum horticultural group

Frequently asked questions

Acer 'Bi Hoo'® 19cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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