Arakawa Rough Bark Maple- Pre-Bonsai 1-2 Yr (#63) aka shishi gohan This scar will be gone

This scar will be gone in a year or two as the tree matures

explaining ogi in the name

Pixie can handle a lot of sun but give afternoon shade in real hot climates

Okushimo has an unusual rolling of the leaves

Arakawa Rough Bark Maple- Pre-Bonsai 1-2 Yr (#63) aka shishi gohan This scar will be goneArakawa is also known as the rough bark maple because it has a unique corky bark. The rough bark shows up after several years of growth and become quite prominent as the maple ages. These trees are popular amongst bonsai lovers for their unique bark which develops even when dwarfed. In Japanese, ara means rough and kawa means bark or river, (the Arakawa River in Japan empties into the Tokyo bay). This is a 1 2 year one gallon plant with a low grafting