Butterfly Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'
SKU
02124
Silvery white margined green leaves cover the densely held branches and become scarlet magenta in fall. New spring growth is pink tinged. A slow-growing shrub-like tree for containers, bonsai, and Asian or small gardens. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser pal-MA-tum |
|---|---|
| Lore | Received an Award of Merit in 1977 by the Boskoop Horticultural Society. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow-growing small tree or shrub 7 to 9 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | The ever changing foliage of this shrub or small tree will make a wonderful year-round addition to beds, foundation plantings and even containers close to your patio or deck. Plant in mass in a woodland or Japanese garden or as a specimen plant amongst river rocks and a gently flowing water feature. This versatile plant can even be trained as bonsai for tabletop or raised bed interest. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-8
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