Acer palmatum 'Kamagata' Dwarf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Kamagata’ is dwarf form of palmatum introduced by J.D. Vertrees himself. The small delicate looking leaves first appear in spring edged in purple. By summer they become a nice bright green. Fall color is usually yellow to orange.10 year size: Height: 3-5 Feet Width: 2-4 Feet
Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle' Crinkle Leaf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Kinky Krinkle' is an unusual Japanese maple with "krinkled" leaves similar to the famous lion's head Japanese maple, 'Shishigashira'. However, 'Kinky Krinkle' does not have quite the same curl to the leaves that 'Shishigashira' has. 'Kinky Krinkle' leafs out in spring with bright green leaves. These green leaves darken in the summer. The fall color is a bright orange-red. 'Kinky Krinkle' is a fast growing tree that has much more flexible branching than the lion's head Japanese maple and is decidedly upright.
10 Year Size: Height: 10-12 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Kinshi' Thread Leaf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Kinshi’ has some of the finest leaves of the linearlobum type maples. This little guy is a hit in any garden. 'Kinshi' is relatively quick growing when young for a maple that is still a small tree at maturity. Spring color is lime green, the color darkens in summer. In Japanese, 'Kinshi' means golden threads which perfectly describes this tree in fall.
10 year size: Height: 4-6 Feet Width: 3-4 Feet
Spring Color: Green
Summer Color: Green
Fall Color: Gold
Sun Tolerance: Partial
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Ko chidori' Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Ko chidori' Dwarf Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Ko chidori' is an outstanding dwarf Japanese maple prized for its delicate texture, compact size, and exceptional versatility in the landscape. Its tiny, bright green leaves create a fine-textured appearance that adds elegance and visual interest throughout the growing season. Fast-growing for a dwarf selection, 'Ko chidori' develops a dense, multi-branched, upright habit that responds well to shaping and training, making it a favorite for bonsai enthusiasts.
Ideal for patio containers, small gardens, courtyard plantings, and bonsai cultivation, this charming maple typically reaches 4–5 feet tall and wide within 10 years, forming a bushy, well-branched specimen. The fresh green foliage of spring and summer transforms into brilliant shades of orange-red, bright red, and deep maroon in autumn, providing a spectacular seasonal display.
Acer palmatum 'Koko' Dwarf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Koko’ is a short shrubby tree with a uniquely large, deeply divided leaf. These leaves emerge a bright red, almost pink in spring. This color darkens to a burgundy for the rest of the summer. Fall color is an outstanding yellow to orange to red. 10 Year Size: Height: 4-6 feet Width: 3-5 feet
Acer palmatum 'Koshibori nishiki' Variegated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Koshibori nishiki’ is a beautiful variegated Japanese maple with a light dusting of white and yellow variegation across the regularly green foliage. ‘Koshibori nishiki’ has very small green leaves that display the nice variegation. As with many variegated trees not every leaf will display this variegation. ‘Koshibori nishiki’ will grow into a medium size tree and should be protected from the hot afternoon sun.10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Kurenai jishi' Red Lion's head Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Kurenai Jishi’ is often referred to as the red lion’s head maple. ‘Kurenai jishi’ leafs out bright red in the spring with some of the most unique foliage you will ever see on a Japanese maple. The leaves are curled up, crinkled, and close to the branch similar to ‘Shishigashira’. The foliage on ‘Kurenai jishi’ turns from bright red to burgundy to green from spring to summer. The leaves then turn orange-red in fall. ‘Kurenai jishi’ is a dwarf Japanese maple that will only reach about 4 feet tall at maturity.
10 Year Size: Height: 3-5 feet Width: 1-3 feet
Acer palmatum 'Lady Abbess' Weeping Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Lady Abbess'
Acer palmatum 'Lady Abbess' is an elegant lace leaf Japanese maple known for its brilliant orange-red foliage and graceful cascading form.
In autumn, 'Lady Abbess' delivers a spectacular display as its foliage transforms to bright golden yellow accented with warm orange highlights. Reaching approximately 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide in 10 years, this compact cultivar is well-suited for smaller gardens, patios, and intimate landscape settings.
Named in honor of Reverend Mother Benedict Duss, who originally planted this remarkable selection, 'Lady Abbess' was later introduced into the nursery trade by Nancy Fiers. Formulated to bring out the natural beauty of any outdoor space, this refined Japanese maple combines vibrant color, delicate texture, and graceful form, making it a timeless addition to gardens and landscapes alike.
10 Year Size: Height: 3-5 Feet Width: 5-7 Feet
Acer palmatum 'Lemon Lime Lace' Green Dwarf Japanese Maple
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The new leaves in spring are light green almost yellow and darken as they age giving the entire tree a two-toned effect that is quite striking. Although we do not recommend this plant for full sun in the Southeast, if you place it where it can get direct morning or late evening sun the new growth as it first appears will be tinted red. The growth habit is very pendulous and fall color ranges from gold to orange but is always spectacular.
10 Year Size: Height: 3-4 Feet Width: 4-5 Feet
Acer palmatum 'Lightning' Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Lightning' is a red Japanese maple with deeply divided leaves. The leaves of 'Lightning' are red to purple in the spring and turn to a greenish color in the summer. The leaves then turn bright yellow in the fall which is where it gets its name! 'Lightning' has a somewhat dense and shrubby habit. The leaf shape and structure of 'Lightning' give it contrast and differentiation from other red Japanese maple varieties. 'Lightning' is a moderately growing upright Japanese maple that should mature into a very attractive small to medium sized tree with a dense and shrubby look.
10 Year Size: Height: 6-8 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Lileeane's Jewel' Variegated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Lileeane’s Jewel’ is a red Japanese maple with fantastic pink variegation all over the foliage. It looks as though someone took can of pink paint and splashed it all over this red Japanese maple. The leaves of Lileeane’s Jewel are also unique as they are skinny and very dissected. The leaves are too broad to be a dissectum and too dissected to be a broad leaf. ‘Lileeane’s Jewel’ is just a very unique tree with a shorter shrubby habit for an upright growing tree. ‘Lileeane’s Jewel’ is one of the most beautifully stunning trees in our collection and will instantly add a pop of color to any garden.
10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Lionheart' Upright Lace Leaf Japanese Maple
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A very vigorous large growing Australian cultivar that is more upright when young becoming more spreading with age. Spring color is bright red, holding well into summer before turning bronze or green. As this plant always seems to be growing, the gardener will be delighted to have fresh bright red shoots practically all summer long. Lionheart is also one of the most sun and heat tolerant dissectums, even in hot climates. Fall color is brilliant red and long lasting.
10 years Size Height 8-10 Feet Width 8-10 Feet
Acer palmatum 'Little Red' Compact Dwarf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Little Red' the Red Upright Growing Compact Dwarf Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Little Red' is a compact dwarf Japanese maple with an upright growth habit. 'Little Red' will grow very similarly to 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' but will stay shorter only getting to about 6 feet tall at maturity. 'Little Red' will grow with a very dense and compact growth habit that will develop in a shape like a short column. The size and shape of 'Little Red' make it perfect for small and narrow spaces in the landscape.
Acer palmatum 'Little Red' emerges in the spring with stunning red leaves. The leaves of 'Little Red' are small and reminiscent of other red Japanese maples discovered as witches' brooms. The small leaves fade to burgundy in the summer and eventually turn a stunning bright red in the fall.
Acer palmatum 'Little Red' can be grown in many different climates across the country. 'Little Red' should grow well in zones 5 through 9 and can be grown in full sun in all but the very hottest climates. In the hotter areas 'Little Red' would prefer a break from the hot afternoon sun.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Height: 6-8 feet Width: 2-4 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Red
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Burgundy
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Bright Red
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Small Broad Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Partial Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Zones 5-9
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Compact Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Little Red'?
Fast Growing Dwarf Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Little Red' be planted?
Elevated in Well Drained Soil