Acer palmatum 'Mikawa yatsubusa' Dwarf Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' is the Most Interested Dwarf Japanese Maple in Existence
Acer palmatum 'Mikawa yatsubusa' is one of the most cool and unique dwarf Japanese maple varieties in existence. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' is slow growing with closely arranged leaves that create a wonderful stubby upright tree. The defining characteristic of 'Mikawa yatsubusa' is the short inter nodal lengths and closely growing buds that create a stacked shingle like appearance of the leaves.
'Mikawa yatsubusa' has broad leaves that lay flat and close together. The leaf color of this interested dwarf Japanese maple tree is bright green in the spring. The green color darkens in the summer and in the shade. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' has incredible fall color ranging from orange to red. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' puts on quite a show in the fall for a dwarf Japanese maple.
While it may be slow growing, 'Mikawa yatsubusa' is still a very hardy tree and can be grown in climates all over the United States. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' can be comfortably grown in zones 5 through 9. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' can be grown in full sun in most climates. In the hottest locations 'Mikawa yatsubusa' would prefer some afternoon shade at the very least. However, 'Mikawa yatsubusa' does not require much sun and can be grown in shade in pretty much all climates.
This great little plant was found in the 1970s in the Tōkai region of Japan and named after the old Mikawa province there. 'Mikawa yatsubusa' has become known as one of the most interesting Japanese maples in existence and now has a multitude of other Japanese maple varieties that have been created from its seeds.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Height: 4-6 feet Width: 3-4 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Light Green
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Green
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Orange to Red
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Broad Flat Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Partial Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Zones 5-9
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Upright and Compact Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'?
Slow Growing Dwarf Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' be planted?
Elevated in Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' Red Upright Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is the Perfect Red Upright Japanese Maple for Any Yard
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is the perfect name for this small upright Japanese maple introduced by Nurseries Gilardelli in Italy. The large, broad leaves emerge more dark red than purple in spring and are thinner than other cultivars making them somewhat translucent. If sited where it can be viewed with the rising or setting sun behind it the leaves will glow a bright red. If you are watching when the sun gets to the proper angle it looks like someone turned on an electrical switch and the tree was lit. Fall color is constantly bright red.
'Fireglow' is a moderate growing upright Japanese maple. 'Fireglow' will grow close to a foot per year eventually reaching 10 to 12 feet tall. 'Fireglow' will grow with a vase-shape structure with the canopy spreading out about 4 to 6 feet wide.
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is an excellent Japanese maple tree that can grow in just about any condition. 'Fireglow' should grow well in zones 4 through 10 and will handle full sun in pretty much any climate. 'Fireglow' is one of the best upright growing Japanese maples for full sun and warmer climates.
7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Height: 10-12 feet Width: 4-6 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Dark Red
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Burgundy
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Bright Red
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Broad Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Full Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Zones 4-10
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Upright Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'?
Moderate Growing Upright Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' be planted?
Elevated in Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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What's in a name? Everything, the name says it all, well almost. Acer palmatum ‘Peaches and Cream’ starts with rosy peach color washed over creamy white foliage. Then, add in the green veining and you have a total show stopper in the garden. In summer, the peach fades leaving a nice white reticulated leaf that holds well in all but the hottest climates. Fall color is a pastel yellow to orange and very nice. This splendid cultivar was discovered as a seedling in 1980 at Yamina Rare Plants in Australia
10 Year Size: Height: 5-7 Feet Width: 4-6 Feet
Spring Color: Pink and White
Summer Color: Green and White
Fall Color: Orange
Sun Tolerance: Full
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Sango kaku' Coral Bark Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Sango Kaku’ Coral Bark Japanese Maple has bright coral red colored bark in winter which gives this tree a fourth season of interest more than most other Japanese maples. The foliage is lime green in spring darkening as summer temperatures warm. The fall color is a stunning golden yellow with hints of orange later in the season. It is very important to site this tree properly, the more sun in winter the better the bark color. In hotter climates if you can give it some afternoon shade in summer so the foliage will remain pretty all summer long.'Sango kaku' Coral Bark Japanese Maple is one of the fastest growing Japanese maples that we grow as it can grow multiple feet per year when young. 'Sango kaku' Coral Bark Japanese Maple is a must have tree for nearly any landscape that desires fall and winter interest.
10 Year Size: Height: 15-18 Feet Width: 8-10 Feet
Spring Color: Green
Summer Color: Green
Fall Color: Yellow
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 '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 'Geisha Gone Wild' Variegated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Geisha Gone Wild’ is variegated with pink, purple, cream and green making a spectacular display in the garden. Fall color is orange and purple. So similar to 'Gwen's Rose Delight' that even the experienced collector may not be able to tell them apart, these to cultivars apparently both were collected from sports on 'Geisha' on opposite sides of the world. 'Geisha Gone Wild' is much more vigorous and stable than her sister plant.
10 year size: Height: 8-10 Feet Width: 4-6 Feet
Spring Color: Burgundy and Pink
Summer Color: Green and Cream
Fall Color: Orange and Purple
Sun Tolerance: Partial
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' Red Columnar Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ is a Fast Growing Red Japanese Maple with a Compact and Columnar Growth Habit
'Twombly's Red Sentinel' grows with an extreme upright habit and very little lateral growth. 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' grows narrow and compact becoming a dense shrub with a tall, upright shape. This tree eventually develops into a column like shape. The compact nature of 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' makes it a great upright Japanese maple for smaller and narrower areas of the garden. 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' generally has larger broad, star shaped leaves with a rounded middle lobe.
New leaves appear crimson red, then quickly darken to burgundy but as this plant almost always seems to be growing it has a two toned effect most of the year. 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' holds some red color pretty much all summer even in hotter climates. Fall color is a spectacular bright red and the dark red stems of the last new growth even add interest to the winter landscape.
'Twombly's Red Sentinel' can be grown in zones 5 through 9 and holds its color all year even in hot climates. 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' can tolerate full sun in even the hottest climates. 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' is an extremely hardy tree and will grow well in many different conditions.
'Twombly's Red Sentinel' was an introduction discovered as a witches broom on a 'Bloodgood' by Ken Twombly of Twombly Nursery, Monroe Connecticut. Much more vigorous than most witches brooms, 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' quickly develops the upright columnar habit for which it has become famous but will widen some with age.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Height: 10-12 feet Width: 3-5 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Dark Red
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Burgundy
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Bright Red
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Broad Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Full Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Zones 5-9
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Compact Upright Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'?
Fast Growing Upright Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' be planted?
Elevated in Well Drained Soil
7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes.
Acer palmatum 'Celebration' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Celebration’ is a Japanese maple with reticulated variegation. ‘Celebration’ may have the brightest pink color of any of the reticulated varieties. The bright pink leaves are contrasted by dark red veins. ‘Celebration’ will fade somewhat in the summer to a greenish color, but the reticulation still holds strong. There is often also a second push of new growth in the summer that displays the wonderful spring colors yet again on top of the more mature summer foliage. Fall color is red.
10 Year Size: Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' Red Japanese Maple Tree
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Acer Palmatum 'Red Emperor' is a Must Have Red Japanese Maple Tree for Any Yard
Acer palmatum ‘Red Emperor’ is a red Japanese maple tree was originally introduced by Dick Wolff at Red Maple Nursery in Pennsylvania as Emperor 1 in 1976 and much later patented under that name by someone in Oregon. Many growers grow this plant as 'Red Emperor'. It does not matter what you call it, this is a great plant.
'Red Emperor' is one of many in a long line of trees to claim the title "Better Than Bloodgood" and in some ways it is. 'Red Emperor' is rare in that it doesn't usually burn in full sun even in hotter climates. 'Red Emperor' holds its color through the summer better than most other red Japanese maple trees like 'Bloodgood'. This tree does not disappoint. Another advantage is that it usually leafs out in the spring a few days later than other red Japanese maple trees like 'Bloodgood' lessening the chance of frost damage. 'Red Emperor' is hardy in zones 4 through 10 and can handle full sun in pretty much any climate.
The growth rate of 'Red Emperor' Japanese maple is very good. 'Red Emperor' develops into a large red Japanese maple tree with a large, full canopy. 'Red Emperor' can grow to be about 15 to 18 feet tall and about 12-14 feet wide at the canopy.
'Red Emperor' has large, broad leaves that are dark red to purple in the spring. This dark red color holds well into the summer before eventually fading to a greenish color in the summer. The fall color of 'Red Emperor' is a stunning bright red.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Height: 16-18 feet Width: 12-14 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Burgundy
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Burgundy
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Bright Red
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Broad Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Full Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Zones 4-10
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Large Upright Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?
Fast Growing Upright Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' be planted?
Elevated in 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. Shippable 7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes.
Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost' is One of the Most Popular Reticulated Japanese Maples with Dark Red Color
Acer palmatum ‘Purple Ghost’ is an awesome reticulated Japanese maple with dark red color. Foliage appears bright red to deep purple in early spring depending on sunlight, in more shady locations the foliage appears more lavender. Regardless of location what makes this leaf special is the prominent black veins. In summer the color turns to burgundy and eventually green with purple undertones. The distinctive veining remains on the leaf throughout the summer regardless of color change. Fall color varies from deep red to reddish orange.
'Purple Ghost' is a strong growing, hardy tree that can be grown in most climates across the United States. It should grow well in zones 5 through 9 and can handle full sun in all but the hottest climates. In warmer areas 'Purple Ghost' should be planted in partial sun for best results.
'Purple Ghost' is an upright growing Japanese maple with thick, sturdy branches. 'Purple Ghost' only grows to be about 10 feet tall and has an open habit at the canopy. 'Purple Ghost' has a moderate growth rate and will reach 10 feet tall in about 10 years.
What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Height: 8-10 feet Width: 4-6 feet
What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Reticulated Red
What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Reticulated Burgundy
What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Bright Reddish Orange
What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Reticulated Ghost Shaped Broad Leaf
What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Partial Sun
What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Purple ghost'?
Zones 5-9
What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Upright Japanese Maple
What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'?
Moderate Growing Upright Japanese Maple
How should Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost' be planted?
Elevated in Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Ariadne' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Ariadne’ is a lovely reticulated Japanese maple. ‘Ariadne’ emerges in spring with light pink and peach colored leaves with dark green veins. This reticulated variegation begins to fade in the summer becoming a pale burgundy through the hotter months. The leaves of ‘Ariadne’ show out again in the fall with bright red foliage that really stands out. ‘Ariadne’ is another excellent example of a Japanese maple with reticulated variegation that will bring excellent color to any landscape.10 Year Size: Height: 5-7 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 'Beni kawa' Coral Bark Japanese Maple
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An upright vase shaped form of coral bark maple. The bark is usually more red in winter compared to the salmon color of it's more famous cousin 'Sango kaku'. 'Beni kawa' also tends to be slightly wider and shorter. You will sometimes see 'Beni kawa' spelled as 'Beni gawa', this is due to a translation error when it was first brought to the U.S. and some growers have never corrected the mistake. Fall color ranges from yellow to orange and usually is an attractive combination of both. The foliage would like a little break from the summer sun in hotter climates, but the more winter sun the tree gets the more intense the bark color will be.
10 Year size: Height: 12-14 Feet Width: 8-10 Feet
Spring Color: Green
Summer Color: Green
Fall Color: Orange
Sun Tolerance: Full
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Beni otake' Red Bamboo Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum ‘Beni otake’ translates to red bamboo, which aptly describes this maple from the linearilobum group. The leaves are a little wider and sturdier than other linearilobum maples. Foliage emerges medium red in spring holding its color well into summer before first bronzing and then turning green. The interesting thing is, as you watch this tree from spring until summer the colors seem to be slightly different, displaying beautiful reds, purples and pinks from week to week, day to day or even hour to hour. In late summer new red growth pushes out of the top of the tree that is now green, giving it a very interesting appearance. Fall color is a really nice crimson. Growing faster than most linearilobum types, ‘Beni otake’ becomes a beautiful vase shaped tree eventually becoming slightly more round topped with age. The distinctive look and it's ability to tolerate full sun even in warmer climates make 'Beni otake' a perennial favorite.
10 year size: Height: 10-12 Feet Width: 6-8 Feet
Spring Color: Red
Summer Color: Burgundy
Fall Color: Crimson
Sun Tolerance: Full
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained
Acer palmatum 'Ghost Dancer' Reticulated Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Ghost Dancer' emerges almost solid white with red tips in early spring then the green veins develop spreading through the leaf giving it color. By summer it is almost totally green. Fall color is a nice mix of yellow and red. While the name and the reticulated foliage both link this to the others in the ghost series, this is not a Buchholz introduction.
10 year size: Height: 7-9 Feet Width: 5-7 Feet
Spring color: White and Yellow
Summer Color: Green and White
Fall Color: Yellow
Sun Tolerance: Partial
Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil
Acer palmatum 'Arakawa' Rough Bark Japanese Maple
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Acer palmatum 'Arakawa' translates to rough bark and that perfectly describes the most outstanding feature of this interesting cultivar. It takes 3-5 years for the bark to begin to develop its texture, but once it begins to develop it soon becomes an amazing site. The bark on older plants looks alot like that of a pine tree. The leaves of the new growth emerge with a yellow tint turning green as summer arrives before turning beautiful tones of red, orange or yellow in fall. 'Arakawa' works well for bonsai.10 Year size Height: 12-14 Feet Width: 10-12 Feet