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Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'
JAPANESE MAPLE 'BUTTERFLY'
Butterfly Green with white margined leaves emerge in spring, maturing to gray green with cream-colored variegation and variable rose red. Leaves later turn a beautiful red purple in fall. Growth habit is upright vase shaped.
· Rare Plant
Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Very easy to grow, likes afternoon shade in warmer climates. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
To give your tree the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.
To give your tree the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.
Interesting Notes:
Excellent tree as a accent or specimen. Works well in large pots as a patio tree. Also great around water gardens
.Photos Courtesy of OSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and Sooner Plant Farm.
.Photos Courtesy of OSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and Sooner Plant Farm.
Order now, supplies are limited. You will not be billed until tree is shipped
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-8
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Height
12-15 Feet
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Spread
6-8 Feet
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Fall Color
Brilliant Purplish Red
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$39.95 |
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