Acer palmatum - Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum

Acer palmatum the most popular Japanese Maple and one of the world's most exquisite deciduous and prized ornamental trees, celebrated for its delicate foliage, graceful form, and spectacular year-round colour displays.

Revered for centuries in Japanese gardens and cultivated since the 1700s, the Japanese Maple represents the pinnacle of ornamental tree artistry, offering unmatched elegance, fine texture, and breathtaking seasonal transformations.

Size: 4m h x 4m w

Positioning: Part shade

Perfect for: Feature tree, Shade tree, Small backyards

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Key Characteristics

The Japanese Maple delivers exceptional colour interest throughout the growing season.

Spring brings new growth and foliage is green. 

Autumn delivers the most spectacular display - vivid transformations to deep orange, crimson, brilliant red, and golden yellow tones that persist through the season before leaf drop.

Bare branches adorn the tree during winter allowing sunlight to penetrate through.

The hallmark of Japanese Maples is their delicate, five lobed and dissected leaves that create an exquisitely fine texture and graceful appearance.

The lacy, almost thread-like leaf lobes impart a sophisticated elegance that distinguishes Japanese Maples from all other ornamental trees.

Growth Size

Mature height is usually around 4m tall by 4m wide, making it a perfect small sized tree for residential use.

Growing Requirements

Prefers partial shade to partial sun positioning.

Thrives in well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter.

Benefits from consistent moisture, especially during establishment.

Light frost tolerant with moderate drought tolerance once established.

Perfect Uses

> Specimen and Feature trees

> Creating a focal point

> Entrance planting

> Courtyard centrepiece

> Shade tree in summer

Why Choose Japanese Maple

> Colour display that changes with the seasons

> Perfect size for small backyards

> Low maintenance

> Adding colour to your garden 

> Shady areas

Plant Height Approximates in Pot Sizes