Acer palmatum 'JJ Fire Red' Red Japanese Maple
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‘JJ Fire Red ’ has deeply divided red leaves that appear in early spring with a beautiful red with white pubescence, first bronzing and then turning more green by summer in hot climates. A small spreading tree with great fall color that ranges from yellow to orange to red. This plant is sometimes listed in the trade as 'JJ'.
10 Year Size: Height: 10-12 Feet Width: 4-6 Feet
Spring Color: Red
Summer Color: Green
Fall Color: Orange
Sun Tolerance: Full
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Our 1 Gallon and 3 Gallon sizes are available for shipping and in store pickup. Our larger sizes (7 Gallon and bigger) are only available for in store pickup.
Acer palmatum 'Ruby de Sofia' Reticulated Japanese Maple
$39.00
'Ruby de Sofia' is a beautiful reticulated variety that has fantastic colorations of pink and white in the spring. Those colors then turn to green for the summer, still maintaining the reticulated style. 'Ruby de sofia' earned it's name by putting on a brilliant showing of ruby red leaves in fall. This tree was introduced by Angel Mendoza and named after his daughter Sofia. We are also quite partial to this tree; in addition to it's amazing colors and growing habits, we also have a daughter Sophia who's birthstone is Ruby!
Acer palmatum 'Kawahara Rose' Corallinum Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Kawahara Rose' is a beautiful corallinum type Japanese maple. 'Kawahara Rose' emerges in spring with a gorgeous rosy pinkish red color. These pinkish leaves then transition to orange and eventually green by summer. In late summer there is often a flush of new growth which is the rosy spring color that stands out beautifully on top of the older green foliage. Fall color for 'Kawahara Rose' is yellow to orange.
10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6
Acer palmatum 'Mimaye' Green Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Mimaye' is an upright growing Japanese maple with attractive green foliage. The leaves of 'Mimaye' are rather small and have a somewhat rounded dhape. These leaves appear bright green in the spring before darkening somewhat by summer time. In the fall 'Mimaye' displays a blast of color with leaves that turn from vibrant orange to deep red. 'Mimaye' has a dense growth habit and develops into a short but full tree at maturity.
10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Yellow Bird' Rare Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Yellow Bird’ is a beautiful and wildly under utilized Japanese maple. With lightly serrated leaves and an attractive upright growth habit, ‘Yellow Bird’ is a wonderful Japanese maple all year round. “Yellow Bird’ leafs out light green in spring before maturing to darker green leaves by summer time. Fall is when ‘Yellow Bird’ really starts to stand out. ‘Yellow Bird’ starts off yellow, then turns to golden with orange to red splattered across the leaves. These leaves will eventually turn completely red before eventually falling off. ‘Yellow Bird’ is a truly remarkable Japanese maple for fall color.10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Uzen nishiki' Variegated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Uzen nishiki’ is one of the very best variegated Japanese maples. In the spring, the foliage is splashed with an array of pinks and whites and greens. This extreme variegation even holds rather well into the summer. ‘Uzen nishiki’ is a fast, strong grower but you will want to provide it with some shade especially in the afternoon to help maintain the best colors. 10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Gold Digger' Yellow Bark Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Gold Digger’ is a new variety with unique winter bark interest. Similar to ‘Bihou’ and ‘Dixie Delight’, ‘Gold Digger’ boasts excellent, light yellow bark especially during the winter. The pale yellow color of the bark differentiates ‘Gold Digger’ from these other two varieties. The leaves of ‘Gold digger’ are green spring and summer before turning yellow to orange in the fall. 10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 6-8 feet
Acer palmatum 'Corallinum'
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Acer palmatum 'Corallinum' represents a fine example of a whole group of similar maples that emerge salmon-pink to pinkish-red in spring. These 5 lobed semi dwarf trees are all known for there spectacular spring displays. More pink than 'Shinde shojo' or Beni maiko', Corallinum really stands out in the garden. Even the new stems and petioles are pink to red. Though a fantastic tree it tends to always be leggy in pots and never really fills in until planted in the ground for a couple of years. Also 'Corallinum is never as pink for us in the Southeast as it is for people in cooler climates. After turning green in early June we are usually treated to a second burst of color in August with the new flush of pinkish-red new leaves. Fall color is usually an orange-red to pink-red.
10 Year Size: Height: 5-7 feet Width: 3-4 feet
Acer palmatum 'Musashino' Red Japanese Maple
$39.00
Listed in 1710 in Japan this old cultivar is a Japanese Favorite. The brilliant red of early spring quickly becomes a rich purple. Holding its color in to the summer even in hot climates this tree is also said to be very hardy in cooler areas. This is a fast growing upright maple with older specimens reaching 25 feet or more becoming more round topped with age. Fall brings on special appreciation as Musashino takes on a life of it on with brilliant cherry red color.
10 Year Size: Height 10-12 Feet Width 6-8 Feet
Acer shirasawanum 'Yasemin' Full Moon Japanese Maple
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Acer shirasawanum 'Yasemin' is a full moon Japanese Maple with excellent variations of red color all year long. 'Yasemin' emerges in spring with stunning deep red leaves that eventually darken to a dark purple towards the end of spring. The color fades some in the summer as nearly all red Japanese maples do. In the fall the leaves turn to a bright red. As a full moon Japanese maple the leaves of 'Yasemin' are quite large and broad though they are more deeply divided than most full moon types. 'Yasemin' can handle the heat and the sun very well making it an excellent variety for most climates. 'Yasemin' will grow into a short to medium size tree with a nice canopy. 'Yasemin' is an excellent upright Japanese maple variety for anyone who wants a classic red Japanese maple look that is still a little unique.
10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Hilleri' Red Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Hilleri' is an upright growing red Japanese maple tree. 'Hilleri' has dark burgundy leaves in the spring that hole good color throughout the summer. Fall color is a bright crimson red. 'Hilleri' can handle full sun in most climates and will grow into a medium sized tree at maturity.
10 Year Size: Height: 12-14 feet Width: 8-10 feet
Acer palmatum 'Waveleaf' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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A remarkable new introduction from acclaimed maple breeder Talon Buchholz, Acer palmatum 'Waveleaf' is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after Japanese maples among collectors and enthusiasts. This exceptional cultivar stands out for its extraordinary foliage color, intricate veining, and distinctive leaf texture.
The first thing you'll notice about 'Waveleaf' is its stunning spring display. New growth emerges in vibrant shades of lavender-pink, rose-red, and purple-red, creating a luminous effect that immediately captures attention. Each leaf is highlighted by dramatically contrasting deep purple to nearly black veins, producing a striking reticulated pattern that gives the foliage remarkable depth and character. Few Japanese maples offer such a bold combination of color and detail.
Adding to its appeal, the deeply divided leaves feature gently undulating margins that create the cultivar's signature "wave like" appearance. This rippled texture remains evident throughout the growing season, giving the tree an elegant, refined look even from a distance. As spring transitions into summer, the foliage matures to rich burgundy and dark wine-red tones while retaining much of its intricate veining and visual interest.
Autumn brings yet another transformation as the leaves ignite into brilliant shades of orange-red, scarlet, and crimson. The dramatic fall display provides a fitting finale to a tree that delivers outstanding ornamental value from the first flush of spring growth until leaf drop.
'Waveleaf' exhibits a strong upright growth habit, making it an excellent specimen tree for prominent locations in the landscape. While it is still a relatively recent introduction and long-term growth data remains limited, current observations suggest a moderate growth rate with an estimated size of approximately 8 to 10 feet tall in ten years. This manageable stature allows it to fit comfortably into smaller gardens while still creating a substantial visual impact.
Because of its exceptional foliage coloration, 'Waveleaf' is best positioned where it can be appreciated as a focal point. It pairs beautifully with green-leaved companions, evergreens, and woodland plantings that allow its unique colors to stand out. Collectors will especially appreciate its rarity and distinctive characteristics, which set it apart from more commonly available Japanese maple cultivars.
For optimal performance, plant 'Waveleaf' in well-drained soil and provide protection from intense afternoon sun, particularly in warmer climates. Morning sun or filtered light will help preserve the brilliance of the foliage while reducing the risk of leaf scorch during periods of summer heat.
Rare, elegant, and undeniably eye catching, Acer palmatum 'Waveleaf' represents an exciting new chapter in Japanese maple breeding. With its extraordinary reticulated foliage, graceful wavy leaf margins, and season long color display, this unique cultivar is destined to become a prized centerpiece in gardens and collections for years to come.
Acer palmatum 'Killarney' Green Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Killarney’ is a nice broad leaf Japanese maple that has more of a spreading habit than the majority of broad leaf Japanese Maples. ‘Killarney’ has deeply divided leaves that emerge light green in spring. These leaves mature to a darker green for most of the summer. Fall color is an outstanding yellow and orange. 10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6
Acer palmatum 'Shidiva Gold' Dwarf Green Bark Japanese Maple
$49.00
Acer palmatum 'Shidiva Gold' is a smaller form of 'Aoyagi'. 'Shidiva Gold' is known for its bright green foliage, green bark, and compact structure. The leaves of 'Shidiva Gold' emerge in the spring with a bright, chartreuse green color that only slightly fades into a light green in the summer. These leaves then turn to a bright yellow in the fall.
10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Cupid' Dwarf Coral Bark Japanese Maple
$39.00
Acer palmatum 'Cupid' is a dwarf coral bark Japanese maple that was discovered as a witches broom from a large coral bark Japanese maple. 'Cupid' has all of the usual characteristics of a coral bark Japanese maple with red bark in the winter time and green leaves in the spring and summer. The fall color of 'Cupid' is bright yellow to orange. 'Cupid' grows with a compact and dense nature and will only develop into a dwarf tree at maturity. 'Cupid' is an excellent coral bark Japanese maple for anyone interested in adding a coral bark Japanese maple to their garden, but they are concerned with the space that a traditional 'Sango kaku' coral bark Japanese maple requires.
10 Year Size: Height: 5-6 feet Width: 3-5 feet
Acer sieboldianum 'Kinugasa yama' Cold Tolerant Japanese Maple
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Acer sieboldianum ‘Kinugasa yama’ is a medium sized, upright growing Japanese maple with large green leaves. ‘Kinugasa yama’ is fast growing, cold tolerant tree with bright orange-red fall color.10 Year Size: Height: 10-12 feet Width: 6- 8 feet