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Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.5 - 3.5 m (5 - 12 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 2.4 m (4 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' (Japanese maple) bears bright red blossoms during early spring to late spring. This tree is narrow and upright in form and has variegated greyish aquamarine and white foliage that is showy, matte and fine textured. The bark is showy and smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics In the fall, Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.