Picture some of the most beautiful gardens that you’ve ever seen. Chances are, many of them had a Japanese maple or two (or three). That’s because these trees are so incredibly unique, elegant, and colorful.
Plus, there are so many size, shape, and growth combinations available, you’re sure to find what you need to add height, texture, or color to a garden display.
Chances are, if you need a small tree to add interest to your own garden, there’s a Japanese maple that fits the bill.
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That said, the marvelous variation available is also what makes shopping for one of these trees a bit challenging. A well-stocked nursery can be downright overwhelming!
This guide will help you to narrow down the search. Up ahead, we feature some of the best options out there.
Whether they are particularly hardy, exceptionally beautiful, or one of the more popular or unique trees out there, there’s something on this list for everyone who is in the market for a Japanese maple to grow at home.
Here are the trees you’re about to learn all about:
21 Favorite Japanese Maple Varieties
There are some pretty incredible trees on this list, so let’s jump right in!
1. Autumn Moon
Obviously, I love all my Japanese maple children equally. But if there is one tree that I tend to show off just a bit more than the others, it’s A. shirasawanum ‘Autumn Moon.’
This upright tree stays fairly compact, topping out at about 12 feet, though it takes years to reach that point. But its size isn’t its most exceptional aspect.
The foliage is the real knockout feature.
In the spring, it’s yellow and orange before shifting to
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