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Butterfly Japanese Maple
Butterfly Japanese Maple
- Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'
Low stock: 1 left
- Tree Categories: Fall Color Trees, Japanese Maple Trees, and Ornamental Trees
- Mature Tree Height: Less than 20 feet tall | Mature Tree Width: Less than 10 feet wide
- Tree Growing Zones: Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, and Zone 8
The Butterfly Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Butterfly') is a breathtaking variegated ornamental tree that brings ethereal beauty and delicate texture to any landscape. Highly prized for its unique foliage, this cultivar features small, deeply lobed leaves with vibrant bluish-green centers and distinct creamy-white margins. In early spring, the new growth often emerges with a charming pink tint, offering a stunning tri-color effect. As the seasons transition into autumn, the variegated edges turn a brilliant magenta or reddish-purple, providing spectacular fall interest.
With its upright, vase-shaped growth habit and compact size, the Butterfly Japanese Maple is an ideal choice for smaller gardens, Zen-inspired landscapes, or even as a sophisticated container specimen on a patio. It excels as a focal point in partially shaded areas where its bright foliage can "glow" against darker backgrounds. This slow-growing, low-maintenance maple adds a touch of artistic elegance and year-round visual intrigue to your outdoor sanctuary.