Japanese Maple Trees – Acer Palmatumn

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The Acer palmatum, or Japanese Maple, is an exquisite, ornamental tree native to East Asia that has become a coveted centrepiece in many British gardens. Diverse in form, colour, and size, Japanese Maples stand out distinctly amidst the English Oaks, Beeches, and Yews that are commonly found across England.

Japanese Maple Trees – Acer Palmatum

The Acer palmatum, or Japanese Maple, is an exquisite, ornamental tree native to East Asia that has become a coveted centrepiece in many British gardens. Diverse in form, colour, and size, Japanese Maples stand out distinctly amidst the English Oaks, Beeches, and Yews that are commonly found across England.

Description and Characteristics

The Japanese Maple is renowned for its unique aesthetics. The delicate, palmate leaves display various colours throughout the year, ranging from lush green to vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. This deciduous tree drops its leaves in autumn, but not before showcasing a stunning fall display that rivals the often subdued hues of English native trees.

With a diverse variety of cultivars available, the Japanese Maple can have either an upright or weeping growth habit. In the British landscape, it is typically a small to medium-sized tree, reaching 6-10 metres (20-33 feet) at maturity. However, dwarf varieties suitable for smaller gardens or containers are also common.

The growth rate of a Japanese Maple is relatively slow, typically around 30-60cm (1-2 feet) per year, contributing to a lifespan that can easily exceed a century given optimal conditions. The tallest known Japanese Maple in the UK, residing in Dorset, reaches an impressive height of over 14 metres.

Flowering, Berries, and Reproduction

Japanese Maples produce small, often unnoticed, purplish-red flowers in spring. These blooms give way to pairs of winged seeds known as samaras, which mature in late summer to early autumn and are dispersed by the wind. The tree’s reproduction process is completed when these seeds germinate the following spring.

Benefits to Wildlife

Although not native, Japanese Maples provide various benefits to UK wildlife. Birds find shelter and potential nesting sites amidst their branches, while various insects, attracted to the tree’s flowers, aid in pollination. Squirrels and other small mammals may also feast on the seeds.

Ideal for British Gardens

Japanese Maples are highly versatile and bring year-round interest to British gardens, with their spring and autumn colours, summer shade, and intriguing winter branch patterns. They are particularly effective in Japanese-style garden designs or as specimen trees, though they also blend well with other ornamental plants in more traditional British gardens.

This tree prefers partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun, making it adaptable to various garden orientations. It also prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil, typical of many garden conditions in the UK.

Distribution in the UK

Japanese Maples are commonly found throughout the UK, particularly in domestic gardens, public parks, and botanical gardens where their aesthetic appeal is highly valued. They are especially abundant in regions like London, Surrey, and other parts of South East England where the climate and soil conditions are most favourable.

In summary, the Japanese Maple, with its enchanting aesthetics, adaptability, and wildlife benefits, makes a valuable addition to any British garden. Whether you’re aiming for a traditional English design or a Japanese-inspired landscape, this tree’s year-round charm and elegance can significantly enhance your garden’s appeal.

Style

Full Standard, Boxhead, Feathered, Multi Stem, Pleached, Half Standard Pleached, Umbrella, Half Standard, Espalier, Mini Standard, Ball, Cone, Spiral, Cube, Cloud Form, Cube Spiral, Cube Multiball, Cube Ball Cone, Pom-pom, Lollipop, Archway, Twisted Stem, Triple Lollipop, Multiball 2, Multiball 3, Dome, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cylindrical Dome, Twisted Stem, Unique, Bonsai, Instant Hedge, Instant Screen, Hedging Plants, Young Tree, Regular Tree

Root Type

Pot Grown, Rootball, Bare Root

Height

15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm, 200-230cm, 230-250cm, 250-270cm, 270-300cm, 300-350cm, 350-400cm, 400-450cm, 450-500cm, 500-600cm, 600-700cm, 700-800cm, 10-20cm, 20-30cm, 30-40cm, 40-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, 70-80cm, 80-90cm, 90-100cm, 100-110cm, 110-120cm, 120-130cm, 130-140cm, 140-150cm

Stem Girth

4-6cm, 6-8cm, 8-10cm, 10-12cm, 12-14cm, 14-16cm, 16-18cm, 18-20cm, 20-22cm, 22-24cm, 24-26cm, 26-28cm, 28-30cm, 30-35cm, 35-40cm, 40-45cm, 45-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, N/A, 20-25cm, 25-30cm

Foliage Type

Evergreen

Origin

Not Native

Water Requirement

Moderate Watering

Growth Height

Small Growing

Growth Speed

Slow Growing

Costal Growing

No

Conifer?

No

Flowering?

Yes

Colourful Foliage?

0

Hard Wood Cutbacks?

0

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STANDARD DELIVERY TYPES

Box/Parcel – Used for plants sized 0-70cm, costs £12. Order £100 worth of plants of that size to qualify for free delivery! Parcel deliveries are always sent for next day delivery unless otherwise specified.

Pallet – Used for plants sized 71-230cm, costs £60. Order £350 worth of plants to qualify for free pallet delivery! We always send our pallets for next day delivery, unless requested otherwise.

Private Van – Used for plants sized 231cm and taller, costs £60. Order £350 worth to get free private van delivery!

In all cases you can request a private van delivery, where your plants are delivered by us. Upon your request we can re-evaluate your delivery fee and let you know of the delivery time.

Please note, for pallet and box deliveries we use third party companies to deliver the goods. Not often, but occasionally some delays may happen due to unforeseen circumstances, which are out of our control. For this reason, we ask you to never book gardeners, contractors, or other industry professionals for the estimated delivery date. Please do not book days off work or cancel other commitments specifically for your plant delivery to avoid disappointment.

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Specialized Delivery

If you have any special requirements regarding your delivery, please add it to your order notes or call us on 01603 327269. Always include any delivery restrictions into your order note so appropriate vehicles and good carriers can be used to deliver your plants.

Please note that we currently are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland and The Republic of Ireland due to Brexit rules and regulations.

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