Maple Trees for Sale in New Zealand

Harry and Lloyd from Wairere Nursery situated in Gordonton near Hamilton pride themselves in their carefully chosen and comprehensive selection of Maples, also known by their botanical name which is Acer. The Maple tree is unrivalled for grace, beauty, form and amazing autumn colour. Wairere stock both the upright and weeping Japanese varieties along with the larger, upright North American Maples. These are sometimes referred to as high worked and low worked. With exotic names like Viridis, Crimson Queen, Bloodgood, Katsura, Chisio, Senkaki, Flamingo, Shaina, Shindeshojo and Osakazuki, Maples will add that something special to any planting scheme. The weeping varieties also look fabulous in a container. For expert advice on which Maple is right for your garden pop along to the nursery situated at 826 Gordonton Road, Hamilton or simply browse the Wairere web-site www.wairere.co.nz to make your selection. Wairere are experienced in packaging and freighting plants throughout New Zealand so your precious new Maple can be delivered direct to your door before you have even got the spade out!

Acer Baldsmith L/W

An attractive little Acer with deeply dissected fine foliage in tones of orange-red in early spring turning more green in summer. Nice autumn tones. A strong grower with an upright habit and pendulous branches. Perfect for a sheltered spot in small gardens. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Katsura

Japanese Maple. This is a beautiful Maple that is definitely a favourite of mine. The dainty, new spring leaves emerge pale yellow with hints of orange and red before slowly turning green over summer. In autumn the yellow and orange tones are once again to the fore prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2.5m x 2m


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Acer Aureum ML

Named for the summer colour of its golden green leaves which surprisingly emerge fiery red, this medium sized maple will take on multiple yellow tones in autumn. Prefers a sheltered site in full sun to part shade with moist but well drained soil. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Clump Form
Height: 4m x 4m


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Acer Ornatum Variegatum H/W

A highly ornamental plant with weeping, shrub-like form with mature plants having cascading branches. Leaves emerge bright crimson deepening to burgundy. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: Standard 80 or 100 cm


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Acer Mirte

An attractive little Japanese Maple with a wide upright habit growing as wide as it is high. Chocolate-brown leaves in spring turning bronze-green in summer then orange autumn tones. Perfect for a sheltered spot in small gardens. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Fire Glow

The name says it all. The spring leaves of this desirable Maple are an intense wine red with a fiery glow! The colour holds well into summer. Strong upright growth habit. Would make a strong statement as a specimen tree or perhaps consider a group of 3 for a real bit of wow! Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 1.5m


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Acer Skeeters Broom H/W

Excellent small garden tree with outstanding brilliant red and shrimp pink spring foliage in spring that slowly turns green. In autumn the leaves are once again all fired up in shades of red. Best in morning sun or semi-shade and out of strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Ukigumo Multi Leader

A rare and unusual coloured Japanese Maple. Mature leaves are green with white markings in summer, by autumn they transition to shades of bright peach and deep red. As the plant matures the foliage becomes more variegated making each seasons display slightly different. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Clump Form
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Peaches and Cream

Acer P 'Peaches and Cream' is one of the most stunningly and vivid reticulated Japanese maples. New spring leaves emerge with beautiful rosy, peach and cream colored tones. As summer approaches, the leaves transition into reticulated green and cream colored leaves. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Beni Schichihenge

Probably one of the prettiest variegated foliage trees available. The five-lobed leaves have variegated silvery-white margins combined with tones of green and rosy red. Particularly beautiful in spring. Plant in a sheltered spot in deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Lace Lady H/W

This maple has feathery foliage that emerges burgundy red in the spring and is known for holding its red colour right through the summer taking on a vibrant crimson red in autumn. Rightfully named, Acer Lace Lady, the foliage is deeply dissected and forms an attractive loose crown. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Lace Lady

This Japanese Maple has feathery foliage that emerges burgundy red in the spring and is known for holding its red colour right through the summer taking on a vibrant crimson red in autumn. Rightfully named, Lace Lady, the foliage is deeply dissected and forms an attractive loose crown. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Oridi Nishiki

Magnificent foliage of the best variegated Acer. Each Spring new growth emerges with an array of eye catching colour. No need to wait for autumn colour change, this tree heralds spring already displaying a multitude of colours ranging from pink, green, red, cream and almost pure white. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4.5m x 4m


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Acer Fjellheim

A dwarf Sango kaku. Discovered in Australia this dwarf form looks like a winner for those that want a true Sango but have little space. As with all colour barks you should not grow in really cold areas or wet areas. But for most this is a very nice smaller tree. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 1.8m x 1.2m


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Acer Russet Lace Leaf H/W

A new weeping maple with colours unlike anything that has been available before. The spring growth comes out with lovely russet colours in pink, cream,and gold/yellow, before maturing to greens. Autumn colours are in yellow,orange and reds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Shaina H/W

This is an excellent small tree that will grow happily in a container or the garden. The branches and leaves are an attractive wine red which deepens slightly in autumn. Good compact upright habit. Happiest in the sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 1.6m x 1.2m


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Acer Green Mist H/W

A highly ornamental plant with very finely cut foliage. Slow growing when young. Globe-shaped form. Leaves emerge bright green and may have some crimson highlights when in full sun. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Shojo Shidare

Excellent Specimen Japanese Maple with purple-green foliage. With a graceful arching branches and deeply cut leaves, this Acer is a visual delight from spring to autumn. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 2.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Toyama Nishiki H/W

A very beautiful variegated Japanese maple. In spring, Toyama Nishiki dissected leaves have cream and pink overtones and in Autumn it has fantastic colours of bright orange and red. Beautiful tones, Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Orangeola

The deeply divided foliage of this special Maple goes through several colour changes throughout the season. Starting with orange tones in spring, turning purple then green-bronze and finally bright orange and scarlet in the autumn. The branches are quite pendulous in habit. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 2.5m x 3m


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Acer Katsura H/W

Japanese Maple. This is a beautiful Maple that is definitely a favourite of mine. The dainty, new spring leaves emerge pale yellow with hints of orange and red before slowly turning green over summer. In autumn the yellow and orange tones are once again to the fore prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2.5m x 2m


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Acer Coonara Pygmy

The new green leaves appear brushed with pink and gold in early spring on this little witches broom from Australia. 'Coonara Pygmy' forms a very dense irregular shaped small shrub at maturity. Fall colour is a nice blend of reds and yellows and very good for a dwarf. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Emerald Lace H/W

Weeping. Deeply dissected foliage bursts into life in spring in a bright shade of lime green. In summer the leaves become edged with red for a striking contrast. Finally, in autumn the foliage takes on a red-orange. The softly rounded crown is made up of elegantly arching branches. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.8m x 1.8m


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Acer Crippsii

A rare and beautiful small Maple with elegant finely dissected leaves of bronze-green. Slow growing, best in a sheltered spot away from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds. Introduced by the prestigious Hillier's Nursery in 1928. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2.5m x 2m


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Acer Red Sunset

An outstanding deciduous tree that is worthy of a special planting position where the spectacular autumn colour can really be enjoyed. The large glossy green leaves turn fiery orange and red from early autumn. Pyramidal shape when young and eventually forms a large round headed tree. Wow!
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 10m x 5m


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Acer Nigrum

If you want a really special feature tree then this could be the Maple for you. The large 5 lobed leaves are in tones of crimson to dark purple. Forms an upright tree with a rounded head. Will grow in sun or semi-shade as long as sheltered from strong winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 7m x 5m


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Acer Aratama H/W

This rare and desirable dwarf is slow growing with elegant thin branches. The five-lobed leaves begin as brick red in spring, turn purple, red and green in summer then finally turn gold and orange late autumn. Plant in a sheltered spot in the garden or grow in a container. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 1.5m x 1m


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Acer Beni Schichihenge H/W

Probably one of the prettiest variegated foliage trees available. The five-lobed leaves have variegated silvery-white margins combined with tones of green and rosy red. Particularly beautiful in spring. Plant in a sheltered spot in deep acid soil for best results. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: Standard


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Acer Chishio H/W

A slow growing small Maple suitable for town gardens or a special container. Flame pink leaves burst forth in spring gradually turning a more subdued green. The vivid pink red tones return in autumn. Very attractive and desirable. Protect from strong winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: Standard 80cm


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Acer Griseum

A rare and unusual Maple that is particularly prized for its peeling bark. The tree sheds the warm brown bark each year in wide curling strips. Attractive dark green foliage in spring and summer that turns deep scarlet in autumn. Grow in a sheltered spot in nice deep soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 9m x 5m


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Acer Vitifolium

Japanese Maple. An award winning Maple with fresh green, wide, lobed leaves that emerge in spring set against smooth grey-brown bark. Stunning autumn colour prior to leaf fall. Tall upright habit. Plant in a sheltered spot in deep cool soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 5m x 5m


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Acer Flamingo

A very pretty and showy spring tree. Vivid carmine pink and white leaves emerge in spring and gradually change to white and green. The pink tones reappear in autumn. Quite vigorous and fast growing however will perform best protected from strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 5m x 4m


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Acer Okagami

Japanese Maple. A most attractive Maple with bright red spring foliage that matures to deep red-black as it matures. Towards the end of summer there are green tones on the leaves before they once again turn fiery red prior to leaf fall. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Bloodgood

The name may not be the most desirable but the tree certainly is. The rich red, spring foliage is finely dissected and holds its colour well throughout summer. In autumn the leaves turn a deeper shade of red before falling. Neat and tidy upright habit. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Burgundy Lace

A great Maple for those that love deep wine foliage. The attractive dissected leaves remain a gorgeous shade of red all year round intensifying in the autumn. Very pretty and dainty. Lovely landscape feature tree. Protect from hot dry winds and afternoon sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 2.5m


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Acer Crimson Princess H/W

Japanese Maple. A pretty little weeping Maple with red stems and foliage through spring-summer. Bronze scarlet tones in autumn prior to leaf fall. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect. Shelter from harsh wind Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 100cm x 150cm


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Acer Crimson Queen H/W

Weeping Maple. Deep red stems and dissected red foliage from spring to summer intensifying in tone prior to leaf fall. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect in the garden or a special container. Happiest with protection from strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 1m


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Acer Crimson Queen

Weeping Maple. Deep red stems and dissected red foliage from spring to summer intensifying in tone prior to leaf fall. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect in the garden or a special container. Happiest with protection from strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 1m


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Acer Flavescens

Japanese Maple. A small growing Maple with delicate, dissected lacy foliage in fresh green with the odd hint of yellow in spring. Autumn colour is yellow-orange prior to fall. Pretty in the garden or a special container. Prefers a sheltered spot away from harsh wind and sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Garnet

Weeping Maple. An outstanding vigorous yet small growing Maple that would look fabulous in a container or placed in a special corner of the garden. The lobed foliage has strong hues of crimson and purple which last from spring right through to autumn. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Heartbeat

Japanese Maple. Deeply dissected fine foliage that emerges red in spring slowly turning green often with red tips. Crimson autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Develops a broad mounding shape. Prefers a sheltered spot with deep cool soil. Deciduous. Suitable for container growing.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Inabe Shidare H/W

A gorgeous little weeping Maple with delicate, lacy, purple foliage on graceful pendulous branches. Use as a focal point either in the garden or a special container. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh wind. Delicious and deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Inabe Shidare

A gorgeous little weeping Maple with delicate, lacy, purple foliage on graceful pendulous branches. Use as a focal point either in the garden or a special container. Happiest in morning sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh wind. Delicious and deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Lion Heart

One can only assume that this Maple was so named because of the strong vigorous growth. Personally I think it should be called simply gorgeous! The long dissected crimson leaves sensuously droop on red stemmed branches. Definitely a must have. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 3m x 2m


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Acer Palmatifidium

AKA the 'Eagle Claw' Maple because of the shape of the dissected leaves. A pretty little tree with fresh green spring foliage that changes to gold-orange tones in the autumn. A strong grower ho wever as with most Maples will perform best with protection from hot sun and strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 100cm x 150cm


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Acer Seiryu

A very pretty upright Maple with fine, lacy, bright green foliage on graceful, slightly pendulous branches. The autumn colours are in tones of soft yellow and gold with hints of red. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade with protection from strong winds. RHS AGM. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 2.5m


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Acer Tamukeyama H/W

A very attractive weeping Maple that forms a broad head of cascading foliage. The leaves are deeply dissected and coloured a delicious dark purple-red. Happy in a special container or the garden in a sheltered, semi-shaded position. Deciduous. Est.10yr.growth.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Viridis H/W

If you want a weeping maple then this is one of the best. Intricate and delicate soft fresh green foliage on graceful pendulous branches. The autumn tones are gold and yellow. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.2m x 1m


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Acer Viridis

If you want a weeping maple then this is one of the best. Intricate and delicate soft fresh green foliage on graceful pendulous branches. The autumn tones are gold and yellow. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 100cm x 100cm


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Acer Hogyoku

This really is a lovely maple with fresh glossy green spring and summer foliage that turns vibrant shades of yellow and orange in the autumn. Strong upright growth habit. Plant in the sun or semi-shade preferably with protection from harsh wind. An excellent feature tree. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 5m x 4.5m


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Acer Mikawa Yatsubusa H/W

Japanese Maple. What a special little tree this is with an outstanding structure and interesting over-lapping foliage. The new leaves emerge a light green maturing to fresh bright green. A lovely Maple for smaller gardens or a container. Plant in a sheltered spot. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: Standard


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Acer Omurayama

A desirable Maple with deeply dissected foliage that cascades gracefully on naturally pendulous branches. The spring growth is soft green with orange hues, gradually turning to a uniform green in summer. Autumn tones are gold and orange prior to leaf fall. Plant in a sheltered spot. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 6m x 5m


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Acer Osakazuki

This is a very special upright form of Maple. The leaves have seven lobes and start off a soft shade of green in spring gradually deepening to a more traditional green. The wow factor kicks in during autumn with deep shades of red and scarlet prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 4m


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Acer Pixie

Pretty "Pixie" could also be called "Lady in Red" as the new spring foliage is a rich vibrant red gradually maturing to a deeper black red. In autumn the leaves are a showy bright red. Use as a stand out contrast plant. Plant in sun or semi-shade in a sheltered position. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Red Emperor

To make the most of this lovely Maple plant where the light will show through the deeply dissected burgundy foliage. Stunning. But wait there's more when the leaves turn a deep red in autumn. Happiest in a sheltered position out of the afternoon sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Red Pygmy

Japanese Maple. Beautiful lobed, lacy foliage, dark purple in spring, maturing to a bronze-green tone before turning fiery red in autumn. Densely branched and overall a very nice dainty tree. Plant in a sheltered spot with protection from harsh wind and sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 1.5m


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Acer Scolopendrifolium

Maple. A beautiful small tree with delicate, long, lacy fingers of bright green foliage, the new tips are often tinted with salmon tones. Soft autumn colours before leaf fall. Very graceful. Best in a sheltered position away from harsh winds and afternoon sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 4m


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Acer Sango Kaku (Senkaki)

The main feature of this Maple is the fiery coral red colour of the branches and twigs that are a real stand out in winter when the tree is bare. The green summer foliage turns golden yellow in autumn. A statement feature tree worthy of a place in any planting scheme. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 4m


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Acer Shaina

Dwarf. This is an excellent small tree that will grow happily in a container or the garden. The branches and leaves are an attractive wine red which deepens slightly in autumn. Good compact upright habit. Happiest in the sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Shindeshojo

A very popular Maple and deservedly so. Outstanding brilliant red and shrimp pink spring foliage that slowly turns green. In autumn the leaves are once again fiery shades of red. Plant in morning sun or semi shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2m x 3m


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Acer Skeeters Broom M/L

Excellent small garden tree with outstanding brilliant red and shrimp pink spring foliage in spring that slowly turns green. In autumn the leaves are once again all fired up in shades of red. Best in morning sun or semi-shade and out of strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Clump Form
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Trompenburg

A slender upright growing Maple with deep shiny purple foliage that turns to deep crimson red in autumn. Quite hardy and vigorous but as with all Maples will perform better with protection from harsh winds. Introduced from the Trompenburg Arboretum in Rotterdam. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Ueno Yama

Japanese Maple. An upright form with lobed leaves that have distinctive orange tones as they emerge in spring. Gradually the leaves mature to a pale green. Orange-red in autumn. Plant in a sheltered position away from harsh wind and afternoon sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Yasemin

Japanese Maple. A beautiful tall and elegant Maple with an upright habit. The spring leaves have 9-11 lobes and emerge shiny dark purple. Summer leaf colour has hues of bronze, red and green. Red tones in autumn prior to leaf fall. Plant in a sheltered spot. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Roseo Marginata

If you're looking for a pretty little Maple that adds something a bit different to your garden then this could be the plant for you. Attractive grey green leaves with a white edge which in turn edged in pink. Forms a small upright tree. First Class award from the RHS. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Rubrum

A beautiful tree from North America which has reddish branchlets and buds and attractive clusters of small red flowers in spring followed by 'winged' seeds. The large palmate leaves are green in summer turning rich crimson red in autumn. Grows well in cool areas with rich moist soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 10m x 5m


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Acer Rubrum Autumn Glory

Maple Rubrum. A North American Maple with interesting red tassel flowers in spring followed by winged seeds. The new large, green foliage turns a brilliant red in autumn and hold colour for a long period. Forms a very handsome specimen tree. Needs a sheltered position - part sun/part shade. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 10m x 5m


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Acer Rubrum Brandy Wine

If you like autumn colour then help yourself to some 'Brandy Wine'. Selected from the USA National Arboretum breeding programme this tree has large, fresh emerald green foliage that turns brilliant red then purple red in the autumn. Stunning large specimen tree. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 10m x 5m


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Acer Autumn Moon L/W

A rare and beautiful Maple named for its outstanding autumn foliage in shades of burnt orange. The new spring growth has tones of pale yellow and green with hints of orange on rounded leaves with shallow lobes. Plant in a sheltered, semi-shaded position. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 5m x 5m


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Acer Shiraz

An unusual little Maple with multi-toned variegated foliage. When the new leaves first emerge in spring they are a striking crimson pink, as they mature they turn to olive green and silver. Excellent fiery red tones in autumn. Happiest protected from afternoon sun and strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2.5m x 2m


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Acer Villa Taranto

Leaves are five lobed and a long, narrow linear shape. When they unfurl in spring they are soft orange red, then they become green, tinted with bronze orange, maturing to a good green. Then, in autumn, they turn golden yellow. Upright, vase shaped small shrub. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3.5m x 3.5m


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Acer Shidava Gold

A dwarf Japanese maple. The leaves are green in summer and change to yellow in autumn. A great tree for a small garden. It needs a sheltered site in part shade. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Shishigashira Multileader

A slow growing Maple, commonly called the Lion's Head Maple as the dense tufts of crinkled foliage on each branch resemble the mane of a lion. The bright green leaves turn golden orange in autumn. Plant in full sun to part shade in moist well drained soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Clump Form
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Koto No Ito

"Koto-No-Ito" means harp strings, and it has been named as such because of it's narrow strap like leaves that dance in the wind. The green leaves change to yellow and orange in autumn. This tree has a rounded, dense habit. Prefers moist well drained soil and full sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Beni Otake

"Beni Otake" means red bamboo. The foliage emerges red in spring and holds it colour well into summer, before turning bronze and then green. Eventually forms a vase shaped tree. Prefers sun to partial shade in well drained soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 2m x 1.5m


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Acer Crimson Princess

Weeping Maple. Deep red stems and dissected red foliage from spring to summer intensifying in tone prior to leaf fall. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect in the garden or a special container. Happiest with protection from strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 100cm x 150cm


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Acer Winter Flame H/W

This lovely little Maple was bred in NZ. It has many features not the least being the fiery red stems that are a stand out in winter. The dissected spring foliage emerges green turning to yellow-green for summer and tones of red and orange prior to leaf fall. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2.5m x 1m


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Acer Shiraz H/W

An unusual little Maple with multi-toned variegated foliage. When the new leaves first emerge in spring they are a striking crimson pink, as they mature they turn to olive green and silver. Excellent fiery red tones in autumn. Happiest protected from afternoon sun and strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2.5m x 2m


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Acer Coonara Pygmy H/W

The new green leaves appear brushed with pink and gold in early spring on this little witches broom from Australia. 'Coonara Pygmy' forms a very dense irregular shaped small shrub at maturity. Fall colour is a nice blend of reds and yellows and very good for a dwarf. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Red Filigree Lace H/W

A stunning dwarf maple with one of the finest cut leaves of any lace-leaf Japanese maple. It is unique among red maples not only because of this thread-like lacey leaves, but it also holds its color well in the shade. Extremely slow growing and ideal for a pot or refined garden space. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 100cm x 120cm


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Acer Platanoides

Medium to large deciduous tree. Its widely planted as a lawn, park, and street tree because they are hardy and cold resistant, tolerate pollution, soil compaction, and other urban conditions, and are relatively free of insect pests and diseases. Autumn colour is yellow to yellow-orange.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 21m x 15m


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Acer Saccharinum

The silver maple is a quick-growing species that may live up to 130 years or more and reach heights exceeding 100 feet. The deeply-lobed leaves are dark green on the surface with a downy white underside, resulting in a strikingly beautiful presentation when viewed as a whole. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 8m x 6m


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Acer Stella Rossa H/W

Japanese Maple. Deeply dissected fine foliage that emerges pink-red in spring slowly turning deep purple. Bright crimson autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Develops a broad mounding shape. Prefers a sheltered spot with deep cool soil. Deciduous. Suitable for container growing.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Stella Rossa

Weeping Maple. Stella Rossa translates to Red Star. It is decidedly weeping, delicate and graceful. The foliage of 'Stella Rossa' emerges bright red in early spring holding the bright red color well into summer before turning darker red and then burgundy. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 3m x 2m


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Acer Orangeola H/W

The deeply divided foliage of this special Maple goes through several colour changes throughout the season. Starting with orange tones in spring, turning purple then green-bronze and finally bright orange and scarlet in the autumn. The branches are quite pendulous in habit. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Shishigashira

A slow growing Maple, commonly called the Lion's Head Maple as the dense tufts of crinkled foliage on each branch resemble the mane of a lion. The bright green leaves turn golden orange in autumn. Plant in full sun to part shade in moist well drained soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Baldsmith H/W

An attractive little Japanese Maple with deeply dissected fine foliage in tones of orange-red in early spring turning more green in summer. Nice autumn tones. A strong grower with an upright habit and pendulous branches. Perfect for a sheltered spot in small gardens. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: Standard


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Acer October Glory

Gorgeous big pyramidal form tree for big spaces. Stunning autumn colour from large deep green leaves, turning red and orange for autumn colourings. October Glory is quick growing and is excellent as an avenue tree or, shallow root system. Plant in a sheltered position. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 12m x 6m


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Acer Freemanii

A seedling maple with brilliant red-orange autumn colour. Matures around 12m high by 8m wide; prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Leaves turn bright red in autumn providing a beautiful contrast to other green plants. Traditional maple shaped leaves. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 12m x 8m


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Acer Kamagata H/W

An exceptional Maple for smaller spaces. Upright and slow growing with dainty soft green foliage attractively dissected. Amazing tones of orange in autumn. Plant in sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Beni Komachi H/W

The translation of the name of this Japanese Maple is "The red beautiful girl". That says it all really doesn't it? A dwarf form with red dissected foliage eventually turning green with purple tones. Red autumn tones. Plant with protection from afternoon sun and wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 1.5m x 1.5m


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Acer Heartbeat H/W

Japanese Maple. Deeply dissected fine foliage that emerges red in spring slowly turning green often with red tips. Crimson autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Develops a broad mounding shape. Prefers a sheltered spot with deep cool soil. Deciduous. Suitable for container growing.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Garnet H/W

An outstanding vigorous small growing Maple that would look fabulous in a container or placed in a special corner of the garden. The lobed foliage has strong hues of crimson and purple which last from spring right through to autumn. You will not regret planting this lovely small tree. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Autumn Moon H/W

A rare and beautiful Maple named for its outstanding autumn foliage in shades of burnt orange. The new spring growth has tones of pale yellow and green with hints of orange on rounded leaves with shallow lobes. Plant in a sheltered, semi-shaded position. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 5m x 5m


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Acer Violaceum

Featuring in spring, masses of burgundy tassels that adorn bare branches. Young shoots and leaves are purple maroon changing to bright green then becoming a deeper rich green as they mature. Leaves turn gold for their autumn display. A vigorous grower with smooth bark. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 6m x 5m


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Acer Freemanii Jeffersred

A hybrid maple with oval form and brilliant red-orange autumn colour. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Leaves turn bright red in autumn providing a beautiful contrast to other green plants, can tolerate moderate winds. Traditional maple shaped leaves. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 15m x 10m


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Acer Princeton Gold

Norway Maple. The foliage on this tree is a stunning lime/yellow that changes to a rich golden colour in autumn. This hardy drought tolerant tree would make an excellent contrast tree for a both a garden or paddock. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 7m x 4m


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Acer Autumn Red

Highly regarded as one of the best of the Canadian Maples for autumn colour, the young leaves are a striking bronze red, soon turning green, then a brilliant glowing orange red in autumn. Grow in a sheltered spot in nice deep soil. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Large
Height: 10m x 6m


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Acer Green Cascade

Green Cascade has larger leaves and greater resistance to sun-scorch than its delicate relatives. This cultivar can be trained to grow more upright, or left to cascade and mound naturally. Grows best in a slightly moist, fertile soil. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Moonfire

Moonfire holds it's colour in shade better than other red leaf cultivars. Tolerates full sun maintaining it's colour in hot summers. The foliage emerges dark purple in spring and turns red as summer nears, except in shade where the colour remains purple. Autumn colour is fiery red. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 6m x 6m


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Acer Japanese Sunrise M/L

Known for it's transition of colour from greens to reds as winter progresses. As soon as the temperatures begin to drop the bark begins to change colour to yellow at the trunk, the colder it gets the further up the colour moves from pale yellow through orange to intense red at the tips. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Clump Form
Height: 4m x 3.5m


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Acer Herbstfeuer

Herbstfeuer which translates in German as Autumn Fire is a formal green upright maple with pleasant yellow green spring foliage that matures to dark green. This colour tinges with purple in late summer. It's excellent orange-red autumn colour fully lives up to it's name. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 4m x 3.5m


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Acer Tsuma Gaki

Maple. The green leaves of this tree are tipped with a scarlet red, this holds very well through the spring, then fades to a nice dark green by summer until its autumn show of bright red. 'Tsuma gaki' performs best in partial shade and over time grows into a small round tree. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 2m x 1.8m


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Acer Buergerianum

Spring growth emerges coppery-red and matures to a glossy dark green in summer. During autumn the leaves display red, yellow and orange. This small, sturdy maple has an oval to rounded, slightly spreading form. Bark is pale brown and attractively dappled with a papery texture. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading Medium LW
Height: 5m x 2m


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Acer Aureum H/W

A tall and densely branched, vase-shaped maple, with butter-yellow young growth if in a warm, sunny position. The leaves turn to a darker yet still attractive, golden-green as they age later in summer and then turn colourful shades of yellow, orange or red before falling in autumn. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Flavescens H/W

Japanese Maple. A small growing Maple with delicate, dissected lacy foliage in fresh green with the odd hint of yellow in spring. Autumn colour is yellow-orange prior to fall. Pretty in the garden or a special container. Prefers a sheltered spot away from harsh wind and sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Umbrella HW
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Shirasawanum Aureum H/W

This is a small, slow growing tree that is beautiful when the new foliage is emerging and just as special thereafter. The new leaves are a soft lime yellow and open to delicate fans of foliage. Deeper yellow tones towards autumn. This Maple prefers a sheltered spot with filtered light. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2m x 2m


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Acer Beni Hime H/W

Very small maple that comes out a bright red in spring. One of the slowest growing maples. Warm summer weather turns the older leaves to dark green while the ever present new growth on the tips tends to stay bright red. Autumn colour is especially nice for a dwarf. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2.5m x 2.5m


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Acer Pixie H/W

Pretty "Pixie" could also be called "Lady in Red" as the new spring foliage is a rich vibrant red gradually maturing to a deeper black red. In autumn the leaves are a showy bright red. Use as a stand out contrast plant. Plant in sun or semi-shade in a sheltered position. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 75cm x 45cm


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Acer Red Emperor H/W

To make the most of this lovely Maple plant where the light will show through the deeply dissected burgundy foliage. Stunning. But wait there's more when the leaves turn a deep red in autumn. Happiest in a sheltered position out of the afternoon sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Spreading HW
Height: 4m x 3m


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Acer Ukon H/W

Something a bit different in the Maple family. Attractive lime green bark is offset by the pretty soft yellow spring foliage that gradually turns lime green. In summer the foliage is fresh green and in autumn deep gold. Plant in sun or semi-shade with protection from harsh wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 3m x 3m


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Acer Rosea Marginata H/W

If you're looking for a pretty little Maple that adds something a bit different to your garden then this could be the plant for you. Attractive grey green leaves with a white edge which in turn edged in pink. Forms a small upright tree. First Class award from the RHS. Deciduous
Habit: Tree Dwarf H/W
Height: 2m x 1m


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Acer Chishio H/W

A slow growing small Maple suitable for town gardens or a special container. Flame pink leaves burst forth in spring gradually turning a more subdued green. The vivid pink red tones return in autumn. Very attractive and desirable. Protect from strong winds. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: Standard 60cm


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Acer Flavescens (Twist)

Japanese Maple. A small growing Maple thats been grown in a twist spiral,with delicate, dissected lacy foliage in fresh green with the odd hint of yellow in spring. Autumn colour is yellow-orange prior to fall. Pretty in the garden or a special container. Prefers a sheltered spot away from harsh wind and sun. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Tamukeyama (Twist)

A very attractive weeping Maple That has been grown in a twist that forms a broad head of cascading foliage. The leaves are deeply dissected and coloured a delicious dark purple-red. Happy in a special container or the garden in a sheltered, semi-shaded position. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.5m x 2m


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Acer Ornatum Varietagum

A highly ornamental plant with weeping, shrub-like form with mature plants having cascading branches. Leaves emerge bright crimson deepening to burgundy. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh wind. Suitable for a container.
Habit: Tree Weeping Low Work
Height: 1.8m x 3m


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Acer Butterfly

This maple is a delicate, unique small tree. Butterfly has deeply divided, grey-green leaves with creamy margins that are often tinged pink in the spring and scarlet in the fall. It looks lovely from afar but, to see its true splendour, one should look up close. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 100cm x 100cm


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Acer Crimson Queen Dwarf

Grown to be dwarf so can be a Bonsai. Deep red stems and dissected red foliage from spring to summer intensifying in tone prior to leaf fall. Lovely feature plant that will provide a soft cascading effect in the garden or a special container. Happiest with protection from strong wind. Deciduous.
Habit: Tree Dwarf
Height: 50cm x 250cm


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