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NORTHERN GLOW® MAPLE
Acer pseudosieboldianum x palmatum Hasselkus
Buy Northern Glow® Maple online. This unique hybrid from Dr. Ed Hasselkus in Wisconsin features all the best qualities of Korean and Japanese maples. It's more cold hardy than traditional A. palmatum. It features deeply dissected leaves and creates a stunning fall display of bright red colors. Green leaves persist up to fall, and it makes an excellent addition for a unique and beautiful shade tree specimen.
Starting at $185.00
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ABIGAIL ROSE DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Abigail Rose
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Starting at $195.00
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AKA KAWA HIME UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Aka Kawa Hime
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Starting at $195.00
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AKITA YATSUBUSA DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Akita Yatsubusa
Buy Akita Yatsubusa Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Akita Yatsubusa Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple is a shrubby growing maple that is rounded in form and habit. Its leaves emerge as pinkish yellow-red, mature to green, and in the fall transition to full red. Its leaves also feature long, thin lobes.
Starting at $195.00
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ALLEN'S GOLD UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Allen's Gold
Buy Allen's Gold Upright Japanese Maple online. This is an extremely rare and unique Japanese maple, and a must-have for any collector! Allen's Gold Upright Japanese Maple is rough bark type of A. palmatum, similar to 'Ara Kawa' and 'Hubble's Super Cork', but with startling bright orange and red leaves in spring. The leaves can turn green in summer in warmer zones, and in fall they will burst with more color showing hues of orange and red.
Starting at $195.00
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ALPINE SILVER THREAD UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Alpine Silver Thread
Buy Alpine Silver Thread Upright Japanese Maple online. Alpine Silver Thread Upright Japanese Maple is a great introduction into the Japanese maple family, as it is lighter colored than its relative 'Shigitatsu Sawa'. It features awesome white and light green variegation in the spring that are accented by dark green veins. Leaves can fade to green in the summer months, and should still have some variegation to them. Fall color can vary from bright yellow to golden-orange. This is truly a showstopper for any landscape or for the Japanese maple connoisseur.
Starting at $195.00
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AMAGI SHIGURE UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Amagi Shigure
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Starting at $195.00
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ANNE IRENE UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Anne Irene
Anne Irene Upright Japanese Maple is a compact masterpiece that transforms with the seasons. In spring, its leaves unfurl in luminous shades of chartreuse and soft yellow, each delicately fringed in red, like fine brushstrokes on living canvas. As summer deepens, the golden foliage glows in the garden, standing out as a vibrant focal point. When autumn arrives, the show intensifies as the entire tree ignites into fiery shades of scarlet and crimson, ensuring a stunning finale before winter's rest.
Anne Irene Upright Japanese Maple is perfectly suited for small gardens, patios, and specimen plantings. It offers all the grandeur of a larger growing Japanese maple without overwhelming its space. Whether gracing an entryway, brightening a shade border, or becoming the centerpiece of a courtyard, this tree delivers elegance on a manageable scale.
Beyond beauty, Anne Irene Upright Japanese Maple offers resilience. It thrives in part sun to dappled light, adapting easily to different garden settings. Bred as a sport of the popular A. palmatum 'Summer Gold', it inherits all the fantastic benefits of its parent. This makes it an ideal choice for gardeners who want reliable performance alongside year-round ornamental value. With Anne Irene Upright Japanese Maple, you're not planting just a tree, but a living sculpture that evolves with the seasons.
Starting at $195.00
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ARA KAWA UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Ara kawa
Buy Ara Kawa Upright Japanese Maple online. Vigorous, upright form. This tree's outstanding feature is its bark which develops fissured irregularities as it ages. A marvelous addition to the winter garden. Green summer leaves turn to yellow-gold in fall. Name refers to "rough bark" in Japanese. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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ARATAMA UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Aratama
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Starting at $195.00
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METAMORPHOSA® UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum ARJOS1
Buy Metamorphosa® Upright Japanese Maple online. A shrubby Japanese maple that is a member of the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® plant collection! Noted for the neat texture and ever-changing color of its foliage. In spring, the dissected foliage emerges yellow; a pink margin soon develops, then that shifts to white with shades of reddish-orange in summer. In autumn, the entire leaf transforms to orange-red and eventually red-violet. In winter, the bark turns bright red. A finalist in the RHS Plant of the Year competition at the Chelsea Flower Show developed by Mr. van Meuwen and Mr. Keijzer of the Netherlands.
Starting at $195.00
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ASAHI ZURU UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Asahi Zuru
Bring a painter's palette to your garden with Asahi Zuru Upright Japanese Maple, also known as Dawn Swan Japanese Maple. This highly ornamental variety is loved for its striking variegationno two leaves look alike! In spring, the foliage bursts forth with a kaleidoscope of pink, cream, and soft green, often edged or splashed with white. By summer, the variegation deepens into bold patterns, creating a tree that looks hand-painted by nature itself.
As the seasons change, so does the show. In fall, Asahi Zuru Upright Japanese Maple transforms once again, glowing in gold, orange, and coral tones, adding warmth and drama to the autumn landscape. With its elegant upright form, this maple makes an eye-catching specimen tree, whether as the centerpiece of a small garden or tucked into a larger landscape design for contrast.
Resilient, adaptable, and endlessly beautiful, Asahi Zuru Upright Japanese Maple thrives in zones 5–8 with partial sun and evenly moist, well-drained soil. Its fast growth in youth means you'll enjoy a lush canopy quickly, while its long-term stability ensures decades of ornamental appeal. If you're searching for a unique Japanese maple that combines dependable performance with ever-changing color, Asahi Zuru Upright Japanese Maple is a must-have.
Starting at $195.00
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RED UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Atro-purpureum
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Starting at $155.00
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BENI HAGOROMO UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Beni Hagoromo
Buy Beni Hagoromo Upright Japanese Maple online. This is a unique and rare Japanese maple that we are extremely excited to have added to our production of trees. It's characterized with deeply cut, feather-like leaves that appear bright red in early spring, then turn to burgundy-maroon as they mature. Fall color will show off hues of oranges and reds!
Starting at $195.00
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BENI HIME UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Beni Hime
Buy Beni Hime Upright Japanese Maple online. Beni Hime Upright Japanese Maple is a deciduous dwarf, dense shrub form A. palmatum. It features incredibly tiny leaves that emerge in spring in an intense pink-red hue, and can be less than one quarter of an inch in diameter. Fall brings on vibrant red tones. Its name means "red dwarf" in Japanese.
Starting at $195.00
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BENI SCHINCHIHENGE UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Beni Schinchihenge
Buy Beni Schichihenge Upright Japanese Maple online. Beni Schichihenge Upright Japanese Maple is a highly desirable Japanese maple tree with beautiful pink-orange with white and green variegated foliage. The leaves vary considerably in size and shape with many having extended lobes or sickle shapes.
Starting at $195.00
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BIHOU UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Bihou
Buy Bihou Upright Japanese Maple online. A small, upright deciduous tree with tiny yellow-green leaves. Fall color is yellow to orange. Bark on twigs and branches turns a vivid coral yellow with an orange overcast in winter. The Japanese name means "beautiful mountain range". Prefers partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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BLOODGOOD UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Bloodgood
Buy Bloodgood Upright Japanese Maple online. Bloodgood Upright Japanese Maple is one of the most popular Japanese maples due to is consistent deep reddish purple leaf and and dark stem color. It is a medium to slow growing round-headed tree. It also has excellent deep red fall color.
Starting at $195.00
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BOSKOOP GLORY UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Boskoop Glory
Buy Boskoop Glory Upright Japanese Maple online. Boskoop Glory Upright Japanese Maple is a somewhat shrubby grower. It has beautiful fall colored foliage that consists of multiple shades of oranges and reds.
Starting at $195.00
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BROCADE WEEPING JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Brocade
Brocade Weeping Japanese Maple is a laceleaf Japanese maple that feels like it was pulled straight from a painter's palette. In early spring, its finely dissected leaves burst onto the scene in vivid orange-redthe kind of color that makes passersby stop and stare. As the weeks progress, the foliage deepens into rich red tones before settling into an elegant blend of bronze and red-green, always punctuated by fresh flushes of orange that appear throughout the summer like brushstrokes of fire.
But it's the shape of Brocade Weeping Japanese Maple that makes it truly unforgettable. This is one of the most dramatically cascading weeping trees available, weeping so strongly that it naturally forms a low, flowing mound of foliage unless trained upward. Left alone, it creeps across the garden like an ornamental tidereaching an estimated 1–2 feet tall but spreading an impressive 6 feet wide over a decade. Staked upright, it becomes a living fountain, spilling laceleaf foliage downward in ribbons of color and texture.
Come fall, Brocade Weeping Japanese Maple performs its most spectacular act: an explosion of bright crimson and glowing orange that lights up the landscape. Unlike many dark-red laceleaf cultivars, Brocade Weeping Japanese Maple holds a brighter, more cheerful red through much of the year, giving it a uniquely lively presence. Elegant, eye-catching, and always intriguing, this cultivar delivers both structure and color in a form that feels endlessly artistic.
Starting at $195.00
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CALICO UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Calico
Buy Calico Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Calico' is a vigorous, broad upright tree with a dense habit. Spring leaves emerge a lovely apricot color, changing to yellow-green by summer. Fall color is bright gold. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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CATALINA MENDOZA YATSUBUSA DWARF JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Catalina Mendoza Yatsubusa
Catalina Mendoza Yatsubusa Dwarf Japanese Maple is one of those rare cultivars that feels almost handcrafted. Its dense, tightly layered branching creates a shingled effect, giving the tree a plush, cloud-like appearance from every angle. Each cluster of foliage stacks neatly over the next, forming what many describe as a "miniature forest" within a single plant. The structure alone makes it stand outbut the foliage takes it even further. This is texture, detail, and artistry wrapped into one compact tree.
As a variegated selection within the 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' lineage, 'Catalina Mendoza Yatsubusa' carries that signature congested growth habit collectors seek. New growth emerges with irregular variegationlime green to yellow edging with deeper green centers, often appearing mottled or brushed rather than uniform. As the leaves mature, the contrast softens into layered tones of green with subtle highlights. Its leaves are slightly more pointed and refined compared to traditional Mikawa, adding a lighter, more delicate visual texture.
Catalina Mendoza Yatsubusa Dwarf Japanese Maple is part of a wave of boutique Japanese maple introductions associated with Angel Mendoza and the Mendoza family of Cristy Nursery, known for developing uniquely structured and highly collectible cultivars. Hardy in Zones 5–9, it performs best in partial shade in warmer climates to protect its variegation and fine foliage. In fall, the canopy transitions into warm shades of orange and red, adding a final seasonal layer of color. For those seeking a rare dwarf Japanese maple with strong Mikawa lineage, intricate structure, and a meaningful origin story, it stands in a class of its own.
Starting at $195.00
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CHIBA DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Chiba
Buy Chiba Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Chiba Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple is a beautiful low growing tree that can be somewhat globe shaped in its habit. Leaf color is going to be green in spring and summer, but will turn shades of yellows and oranges in fall.
Starting at $195.00
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CHIRI HIME DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Chiri hime
Buy Chiri Hime Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Chiri Hime Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple is a very rare and hard-to-find cultivar of A. palmatum. This amazing little tree has leaf qualities similar to 'Mikawa Yatsubusa', as they are layered and spaced closely along its branches. The leaves are a rich, glossy green in spring and summer, and will turn shades of orange and red during the fall months. Add this unique specimen to your landscape today!
Starting at $195.00
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CHUGUJI UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Chuguji
Buy Chiguji Upright Japanese Maple online. Chiguji Upright Japanese Maple is a great little tree that features red tipped lobes on a pale yellow leaf. It is an extremely unique A. palmatum that looks to be a winner in any landscape.
Starting at $195.00
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CORAL MAGIC UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Coral Magic
Buy Coral Magic Upright Japanese Maple online. Coral Magic Upright Japanese Maple is magnificent! It features a unique, yet striking color show in spring as the leaves emerge hot pink with tinges of golden yellow to green near the leaf base and surrounding the veins of the leaf. This pink color can last all spring as it slowly fades to green in summer, then transitioning to shades of orange in the fall.
Starting at $155.00
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CORAL PINK UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Coral Pink
Buy Coral Pink Upright Japanese Maple online. An upright deciduous tree with a dense bushy form. Small leaves are a white-green color with light pink new growth. This outstanding new maple is perfect for a container or in a small garden. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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CORALLINUM UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Corallinum
Buy Corallinum Upright Japanese Maple online. Beautiful dark pink to coral leaves in spring are what sets this tree apart from other cultivars of A. palmatum. They will continue darken to dark green into the summer months, transitioning into bright red to scarlet in the fall.
Starting at $195.00
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COSMOS UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Cosmos
Buy Cosmos Upright Japanese Maple online. The Cosmos Upright Japanese Maple is a true showstopper, with its mesmerizing leaves that dance with shades of pink, white, and green. This variegated wonder adds an eye-catching focal point to any landscape, whether framing a patio, lining a walkway, or anchoring a garden bed. Its bushy, upright form creates a lush, full appearance that stands out from the crowd. And when autumn arrives, 'Cosmos' transforms, its leaves igniting in a brilliant orange display that will have your neighbors green with envy. This versatile tree is perfect for homeowners seeking a low-maintenance, high-impact addition to their outdoor spaces. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller yards, while its showy foliage ensures it steals the spotlight in those shady locations. Elevate your garden's curb appeal and bring a touch of the exotic to your landscape with the captivating Cosmos Upright Japanese Maple.
Starting at $195.00
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COTTON CANDY UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Cotton Candy
Buy Cotton Candy Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Cotton Candy' is another stunningly beautiful variegated, 4-season interest cultivar of Japanese maple! Leaves emerge in spring with heavy variegation in shades of pink and white. Variegation can persist into the summer months, but green will be the dominant color. Fall color is golden yellow to bright yellow, and as the leaves drop, they give way to an amazing pink colored bark all winter long.
Starting at $195.00
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DIANA DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Diana
Buy Diana Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Diana Upright Japanese Maple is a fast-growing dwarf Japanese maple. It features small yellow leaves with orange margins in the spring and green leaves in the summer. It has vibrant red foliage in the fall. The growth habit is compact.
Starting at $195.00
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DR. SEUSS DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Dr. Seuss
Buy Dr. Seuss Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. A Japanese maple named after the eccentric author that has kept us entertained for generations, 'Dr. Seuss' will live up to the same reputation in your landscape! It is a dwarf cultivar that is extremely dense in its growth habit. Leaves emerge in spring, deeply dissected and serrated, and are lightly variegated with colors of green and yellow. Summer leaf color will darken to green, and then transition to oranges and yellows in the fall. This is sure to be a highlight to any collection, and will make a beautiful specimen in any shade garden.
Starting at $195.00
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EAGLE CLAW UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Eagle Claw
Buy Eagle Claw Upright Japanese Maple online. A slow-growing laceleaf with a mounding form. Spring and summer foliage is green, then turns to greens, yellows and oranges in the fall. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil. Also known as Kamagata Upright Japanese Maple.
Starting at $195.00
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EASY BEING GREEN DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Easy Being Green
Buy Easy Being Green Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Discovered and introduced out of Oregon, this extremely rare 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' variant features a similar growth habit that we've come to love, but the new growth is a stunning rusty red, turning to coppery-bronze, fading to bright yellowish-green, then to the medium green for which 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' is known. You've got to see it to believe it, a must-have addition for collectors and those looking for that amazing specimen focal point.
Starting at $205.00
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ELIZABETH DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Elizabeth
Buy Elizabeth Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Transform your garden with Elizabeth Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple, a dwarf compact red Japanese maple known for its vibrant seasonal color changes and dense, bushy form.
Discovered as a chance mutation, or witches' broom, this unique tree leafs out in the spring with bright red new growth. By late spring, the leaves develop lime green hues, creating a striking contrast with the red. Throughout the summer, the foliage may turn greener, but new growth continues to emerge in bright red, adding dynamic beauty to your landscape.
In the fall, Elizabeth Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple transforms into a brilliant scarlet red, offering a spectacular display. This tree's dense, upright form and compact size make it an ideal choice for small gardens or as an accent piece in larger landscapes. It is fast-growing when young, maintaining its vivid colors well into the summer, even in hot climates.
Bring the vibrant charm of Elizabeth Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple to your garden and enjoy its ever-changing hues and compact elegance all season long.
Starting at $205.00
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EMERALD LACE UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Emerald Lace
Buy Emerald Lace Upright Japanese Maple online. This is a vigorous laceleaf with deep green, finely dissected leaves. Lighter green new growth contrasts attractively with the darker older leaves. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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ENGLISHTOWN DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Englishtown
Buy Englishtown Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. A dwarf Japanese maple with bright red spring color, followed by maroon-red summer tones, and a scarlet red fall display. Matures to 5' tall and wide after 15 years. Requires protection from afternoon sun, and a well-drained location.
Starting at $205.00
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FAIRY HAIR DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Fairy Hair
Buy Fairy Hair Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. A slow growing, dwarf deciduous tree. Extremely narrow and long, almost hair-like, green leaves in summer. Fall color: orange. Fascinating as it is popular. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $205.00
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FALL'S FIRE UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Fall's Fire
Buy Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple online. Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple is a brilliant autumn showpiece for your landscape! Unveil the vibrant beauty of Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple, a medium-sized ornamental tree celebrated for its stunning seasonal transformations. This exceptional Japanese maple is distinguished by its unique leaf color transitions and upright yet semi-pendulous growth habit.
In spring, Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple leafs out with a bronze hue over green, deeply divided palmate leaves. As the leaves mature, they become a solid green, providing a lush backdrop throughout the summer. By the fall, the foliage undergoes a dramatic change, turning into a blazing display of yellow, orange, and fiery red.
The tree's semi-pendulous side branching adds an intriguing dimension to its upright form, making it a captivating focal point in any landscape. Its small serrated, lobed leaves are highly ornamental, emerging chartreuse in spring and offering outstanding shades of gold, orange, and scarlet in the fall.
Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple is one of the best medium-sized ornamental trees for adding amazing fall color, with its blaze of yellow, orange, and red foliage providing a spectacular show. This tree is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their garden with vibrant seasonal colors and an eye-catching form.
Elevate your garden's aesthetic with the dazzling Fall's Fire Upright Japanese Maple and enjoy its ever-changing beauty through all seasons.
Starting at $205.00
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FESTIVAL UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Festival
Buy Festival Upright Japanese Maple online. A vigorous deciduous tree with an upright form. Green leaves in spring and summer are replaced with fantastic colors of red and yellow in autumn. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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FIREBALL DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Fireball
Buy Fireball Dwarf Upright Japanese Red Maple online. Fireball Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple is an awesome dwarf specimen, red-leafed Japanese maple. Compare it to 'Shaina', except it is more compact in its growth habit. It features red foliage in spring and summer, and will turn shades of bright reds in the fall!
Starting at $195.00
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FIREGLOW UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Fireglow
Buy Fireglow Upright Japanese Maple online. Fireglow Upright Japanese Maple maintains its deep wine red leaf color well in to the heat of summer. A nice, well-branched tree that holds its shape well. Fall coloration is a very nice crimson.
Starting at $195.00
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FUJIYAMA UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Fujiyama
Buy Fujiyama Upright Japanese Maple online. Fujiyama Upright Japanese Maple is a beautiful upright growing A. palmatum cultivar that produces leaves that emerge light green to chartreuse in the spring, and proceed to darken to green in the summer months. Fall color is a terrific and stunning display of orange and red. A unique and hard-to-find cultivar!
Starting at $195.00
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GEISHA DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Geisha
Buy Geisha Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. A dwarf variety with variegated pink, red, purple, and cream-white new growth which later turns green. Scarlet fall color foliage.
Starting at $195.00
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GEISHA GONE WILD UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Geisha Gone Wild
Buy Geisha Gone Wild Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Geisha Gone Wild' is a spectacular maple. This small deciduous tree has leaves with purple-pink, white and green coloration. Fall color is purple-orange. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil. Discovered and introduced by the Flora Wonder™ Collection of Buchholz Nursery.
Starting at $195.00
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GINSHI UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Ginshi
Buy Ginshi Upright Japanese Maple online. A small deciduous tree with an upright open form. Long narrow red leaf-lobes make it a nice counterpart to the green linearilobum form, 'Kinshi'. Brilliant crimson fall color. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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GLOWING EMBERS UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Glowing Embers
Buy Glowing Embers Upright Japanese Maple online. Standard palmatum leaf of deep green turning shades of red and orange in the fall. A faster growing Japanese maple with superb heat and drought tolerance. Leaves slightly smaller than other trees this size, but thicker and shinier than most.
Starting at $195.00
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GOLD DIGGER CORAL BARK UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Gold Digger
Gold Digger Coral Bark Upright Japanese Maple is a striking Japanese maple that glows year-round with its unique golden-yellow bark. Unlike the familiar red-barked cultivars, this rare A. palmatum radiates with soft yellow tones that deepen to orange at the branch tips, giving it a warm, fiery glow throughout the winter months. Its upright, vase-shaped form makes it an elegant focal point in any landscape.
In spring, fresh foliage emerges in peach tones with bronze-red accents before settling into a cheerful chartreuse green. As the season advances, the canopy matures to a solid green, offering a refreshing summer display that provides balance against the tree's glowing bark. When autumn arrives, the leaves ignite in golden yellow, shifting to orange and scarlet before dropping to reveal the showy bark once again.
Still a rare introduction in the United States, Gold Digger Coral Bark Upright Japanese Maple grows steadily and its four-season appeal, upright habit, and dynamic color transformations make it a standout choice for smaller gardens, entryways, or as a specimen in foundation plantings. A true gem in the Japanese maple world, Gold Digger Coral Bark Upright Japanese Maple delivers garden brilliance through every season.
Starting at $195.00
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GOLDEN FALLS WEEPING JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Golden Falls
Buy Golden Falls Weeping Japanese Maple online. Golden Falls Weeping Japanese Maple...a breathtaking selection that brings a cascade of golden yellow foliage to your garden. This exquisite tree features a graceful downward growth habit reminiscent of the 'Ryu Sei,' allowing you to control its height by staking.
In spring, the Golden Falls Weeping Japanese Maple delights with vibrant yellow leaves that transition to a soft chartreuse in summer, before stunning shades of orange and red emerge in the fall. Discovered as a chance seedling from the renowned Ryusen Weeping Japanese Maple, this variety boasts a robust weeping form that creates an enchanting focal point in any landscape.
As it matures, Golden Falls Weeping Japanese Maple can gracefully crawl across the ground, forming a unique ground cover without needing stakes. Enjoy all the vigor and cascading beauty of the 'Ryusen,' complemented by lovely pink leaf emergence in spring and brilliant summer hues.
This gem thrives best in morning sun, with some protection from the intense afternoon heat. Bring home the Golden Falls Weeping Japanese Maple today and transform your outdoor space with its stunning colors and elegant form throughout the seasons!
Starting at $195.00
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GOSHIKI KOTOHIME DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Goshiki Kotohime
Buy Goshiki Kotohime Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Goshiki Kotohime' is a dwarf deciduous tree with small green leaves in summer. New leaves emerge speckled with red and pink. Fall color: bright gold. This ancient-looking little tree makes it a favorite for the garden or for bonsai. Prefers partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $195.00
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GREEN ELF DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Green Elf
Buy Green Elf Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Not to be confused with A. shirasawanum 'Green Elf', this upright A. palmatum has bright green leaves that are quite large and have fine white hairs across the surface. Summer color is green to dark green, and in fall the leaves turn shades of yellow.
Starting at $195.00
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GREEN STRAP UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Green Strap
Buy Green Strap Upright Japanese Maple online. This rare Japanese maple variety is a true work of art, with its uniquely serrated leaves that create an elegant, soft texture in the shady landscape. Green Strap Upright Japanese Maple possesses a strong, vigorous growth ensures it will thrive as a stunning focal point or in layered plantings, elevating your outdoor space with its one-of-a-kind beauty. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a new homeowner, the Green Strap Upright Japanese Maple is the perfect addition to your landscape. Its small stature and delicate appearance belie its hardy, resilient nature, making it a low-maintenance yet high-impact investment in your outdoor oasis. Indulge your senses and make this exceptional tree the crown jewel of your garden.
Starting at $195.00
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HANEZU HAGOROMO UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Hanezu hagoromo
Buy Hanezu Hagoromo Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Hanezu Hagoromo' is a very rare and unusual cultivar of A. palmatum. It is an upright grower, yet slightly more narrow in overall shape than other feathered Japanese maples. The leaves emerge yellow-orange in spring, turning to light green to green in summer, and lastly showing shades of yellow in the fall. Hagoromo means "feathered" in Japanese, describing the shape of the leaves.
Starting at $195.00
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HEFNER'S RED UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Hefner's Red
Buy Hefner's Red Upright Japanese Maple online. 'Hefner's Red' is an upright deciduous tree with a sturdy vase-shape form. Deep blood-red foliage holds well throughout the season. Fall color is vivid red. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.
Starting at $450.00
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HEPTALOBUM RUBRUM UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Heptalobum Rubrum
If you're searching for a Japanese maple with unforgettable fall color, Heptabolum Rubrum Upright Japanese Maple delivers in dazzling fashion. This rare selection features broad, deeply lobed leaves that emerge a rich red in spring, mellow into bronze-green tones in summer, and then burst into fiery shades of orange, scarlet, and crimson in fall. Its large leaves create a bold, dramatic texture that sets it apart from other varieties.
The tree itself has a strong, upright habit with a rounded crown, making it an excellent choice as a specimen tree or a striking addition to mixed borders. Beyond the foliage, Heptabolum Rubrum Upright Japanese Maple offers striking year-round interest with bark that shimmers in shades of red, gray, and purple. This combination of the foliage fireworks and bark beauty makes it a standout in any landscape.
Not only is it beautiful, but it's also hardy and versatile. Thriving in USDA Zones 5–8, this Japanese maple tolerates both cold winters and warm, humid summers. With its moderate growth rate, elegant form, and four-season appeal, Heptabolum Rubrum Upright Japanese Maple is a collector's gem that turns any garden into a showpiece.
Starting at $195.00
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HIGASA YAMA UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Higasa yama
Buy Higasa Yama Upright Japanese Maple online. Also known as Hikasa Yama Upright Japanese Maple, 'Higasa Yama' is a large growing Japanese maple. It is a slow growing variety that will feature a vase-shaped habit. The leaves emerge in spring small and curled, resembling 'Shishigashira'. As they mature, they start to unfurl showcasing a variegation of creamy white to creamy yellow along the veins. Fall color features colors in shades of orange. A unique, hard-to-find specimen, a must for collectors!
Starting at $195.00
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HOSHI KUZU JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Hoshi kuzu
Hoshi Kuzu Japanese Maple is subtle from a distanceand mesmerizing up close. Its tiny, irregularly lobed leaves carry soft cream-to-light-green variegation along the margins, creating a fine, shimmering effect across the canopy. In spring, new growth may emerge with hints of pink woven into the foliage before settling into its refined variegated display. The overall texture is delicate, almost airy, giving the tree a star-dusted appearance that lives up to its name. The variegation can fade or completely disappear as the seasons progress, which leads to quiet sophistication rather than loud contrast.
This compact upright Japanese maple is expected to reach approximately 6–10 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide over time, forming a balanced, mid-sized silhouette ideal for layered landscape design. The branching is tidy and controlled, making it a strong focal point without overwhelming surrounding plantings. As autumn approaches, the small leaves transform into a brilliant wash of red, often accented with orange and pink undertones. The color change feels painterlylike a sky shifting at sunset. It's a seasonal finale worthy of attention.
Botanically known as Acer palmatum 'Hoshi kuzu' this rare cultivar was introduced by J.D. Vertrees and discovered as a chance seedling from Kamagata Japanese Maple at Maplewood Nursery in 1987. Hardy in Zones 5–8, it performs best in partial shade, especially in hotter climates where afternoon protection preserves foliage quality. While moderately sun tolerant, filtered light enhances its variegation and fine leaf texture. For gardeners seeking a compact upright variegated Japanese maple with refined detail and strong fall color, Hoshi Kuzu Japanese Maple stands among the most elegant selections available.
Starting at $195.00
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HUBBLE'S SUPER CORK UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Hubble's Super Cork
Buy Hubble's Super Cork Upright Japanese Maple online. Discovered and introduced by Metro Maples, this tree is one of the "corkiest" of the rough barked A. palmatum cultivars. This results in a very aged appearance when the tree is younger, making it an ideal tree for bonsai enthusiasts. Green leaves tinged with pink appear in spring, turning to green in summer, and finally showing off in fall with hues of orange and red.
Starting at $195.00
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HUPP'S DWARF UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Hupp's Dwarf
Buy Hupp's Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple online. Elevate your garden with the captivating Hupp's Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple, a petite masterpiece that blends delicate beauty with remarkable resilience. In spring, this maple bursts to life with small, peach-colored leaves that stack tightly together, creating a lush, layered effect. As the season progresses, these leaves mature into a soft light green, while new flushes of peach-toned growth continue to emerge, adding vibrant contrast against the rich green backdrop for a dynamic, multi-hued display.
Come autumn, Hupp's Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple transforms into a fiery spectacle, with its foliage igniting in brilliant shades of orange and red, making it a standout feature in any landscape. Its compact, dwarf growth habit ensures it fits perfectly in small spaces, from rock gardens and fairy gardens to patios, offering endless versatility for creative gardeners. This low-maintenance maple delivers year-round charm making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Whether you're crafting a whimsical miniature garden or adding a bold accent to your outdoor space, Hupp's Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple is a must-have for its unique texture and vibrant seasonal colors. Its ability to flourish in challenging conditions and its petite size make it a standout addition to any setting. Don't miss the chance to bring this enchanting, heat-tolerant maple into your garden and watch it weave its magic through every season!
Starting at $195.00
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IKANDI UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum Ikandi
Meet Ikandi Upright Japanese Maple, the Japanese maple that truly earns its name pronounced "eye candy." This rare Talon Buchholz introduction is one of the pinkest reticulated maples you'll ever find. In early spring, fresh leaves emerge in glowing shades of salmon-orange to nearly solid bubblegum pink, creating a dazzling display that feels almost unreal. As the season progresses, soft green and creamy white variegation takes over, giving the foliage a playful, marbled texture that continues to impress.
Compact and upright in habit, Ikandi Upright Japanese Maple is an ideal statement piece for small gardens, patios, and courtyards. Its vase-shaped form makes it just as elegant as it is colorful, while the electric green bark ensures winter interest long after the last leaf has dropped. Come fall, this maple delivers a grand finale, with foliage ablaze in oranges, reds, and purples a showstopper that reinvents itself with every season.
Gardeners love Ikandi Upright Japanese Maple not only for its breathtaking colors, but also for its resilience. It performs beautifully in sun-dappled sites where it can avoid the harshest afternoon rays. Best of all, its variegation grows stronger and more dramatic with age, rewarding your patience with ever-increasing splashes of pink each spring. If you're looking for a Japanese maple that's equal parts rare, elegant, and downright spectacular, Ikandi Upright Japanese Maple is the very definition of garden "eye candy."
Starting at $195.00
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