'Sumi nagashi' is a semi-upright tree with a spreading habit to the branches. This tree is a favorite for focal point trees in the landscape. Growing to about 12-15' tall in ten years and up to about 20' in time.
Spring leaf colour is a bright purple-red. Leaves eventually darken to a deep maroon in summer fading to green-red or brown-red. Fall colour is crimson. Early afternoon shade in summer will prolong the spring/early summer colour.