ACER palmatum ‘Butterfly’

Small upright tree with green leaves edged with cream and pink. In fall white edges become crimson. Best in partial shade.

Product Description

ACER palmatum ‘Butterfly’ – Butterfly Japanese Maple

Small upright tree with green leaves edged with cream and pink. In fall, white edges become crimson. Fall colors include yellow, red-purple and bronze. Flowers appear in April and then samaras ripen in September-October. This stunning tree is best used for around the home, for the garden, as a border or screen. Native to Japan, Korea, and China.

Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade

Soil: Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well-drained

Size: Height 7-12ft., Width 4-8ft.

Zone: 5-8

Flower: Reddish-purple, Insignificant

Bloom Time: April

Attributes: Great Fall Color, Low Maintenance, Tolerant to Rabbit