ACER
HYBRIDS —
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50418
Acer ‘Johin’ — 12-20’, red. Now considered a hybrid of
Acer palmatum and shirasawanum. The new foliage on
this maple is a bright, deep red that fades a little into summer. They
are glossy and well divided into broad serrated lobes. Fall color is
red-orange and an beautiful last hurrah to the season. 5-6’ $119.95

50321
Acer ‘White Tigress’ — 20’. (-20oF, USDA Zones
5-8). This multi stemmed tree or shrub has green bark with conspicuous
white stripes. The leaves are shallowly lobed and about 4-6" wide. Dark
green Spring color that turns to yellow in the fall. This is a A.
davidii x A. tegmentosum cross often place with A.
pensylvanticum because of its stripped bark. 4-5’ $75.95
ACER
SPECIES, except Acer palmatum
50012 Acer campestre — 35’. (-30oF, USDA Zones
4-8). Typically a tree with an upright, bushy habit. The 2-4" deep green
leaves have wavy margins and are wider than long, with 3-5 lobes each.
Often it produces a number of winged seeds which offer contrast to the
different greens of the leaves. In fall the dense foliage becomes
golden, and against the background of the autumn blue sky, is
magnificent! Light gray, attractive bark. A desirable tree; excellent
used in screens or on its own. 6-7’ $69.95
50369 Acer campestre ‘Carnival’ — 15’. A slow growing
shrubby tree, usually to 10’. The carnival starts in the spring when
leaves emerge pink. As they mature, they slowly become green with wide
white outlines. Give this little guy some shelter from afternoon sun
and let the fun begin! 2-3’ $32.95, 3-4’ $49.95, 4-5’ $55.95
50215 Acer campestre ‘Postalense’ — 10’. New foliage is
golden yellow, looking as if it were blooming, then turning green for
the summer. It will hold the yellow green in the summer if it is
planted where it gets just morning sun. 5-6’ $59.95
50217 Acer campestre ‘Pulverulentum’ — 12-15’. This not
so common maple is great for the smaller garden. Similar to the
species but with smaller leaves, softly mottled a creamy white. Add
brightness to a partially shaded area. It is subject to sunburn if
planted in too much sun. 1-2’ $32.95, 4-5’ $49.95, 5-6’ $59.95,
7-8’ $79.95
51090 Acer campestre ‘Royal Ruby’ — 12-15’. This
cultivar is named for the bright red color of the new foliage. Give
full sun and prune when young to encourage dense branching for more
tips to give the wonderful color. As a bonus the seed wings are also a
showy red in the spring. #1 $19.95
50010
Acer carpinifolium - Hornbeam Maple — 30’. (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8). A vase-shaped, multistemmed, large shrub or small tree
with dark green leaves changing to gold and brown in the fall. The
flowers, showing around May, are greenish in color, and the smooth bark
is a very nice, gray color. VERY RARE. 5-6’ $49.95
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50001
Acer circinatum - Vine Maple — 15’. (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8). This native of the Pacific Northwest grows as a
graceful, open, often vine-like tree under a canopy of large conifers in
its native habitat. When grown in the open, it is bushier with straight
stems. Famous for its scarlet show of autumn color in the western
forests, Vine Maples can display more yellow at lower elevations! Medium
sized leaves are orbicular with 7 lobes. 3-4’ $35.95, 4-5’ $59.95,
5-6’ $79.95
50931 Acer circinatum ‘Del’s Dwarf’ — 6’. A very nice
small circinatum with a big tree personality. Leaves in summer have a
blushed roses bronze giving real summer interest. Plant it by a path
so you can see the colors up close. An interesting new cultivar.
1-2’ $39.95, 2-3’ $69.95
51063 Acer circinatum ‘Little Little Gem’ — 5-6’. It is
a seedling of ‘Little Gem’ and has small leaves an is of a more open
upright habit. Cute but we hope it will receive a more distinctive
name to avoid confusion. 4-5’ $49.95
50298 Acer
circinatum ‘Pacific Fire’ — 12-14’. A multitrunk tree with new
growth emerging purple and orange, further offset by the bright red
bark providing year-round color. Light green leaves turn gold in the
fall. Growth rate of 12-18" a year. 1-2’ $39.95, 2-3’ $44.95
50370 Acer circinatum ‘Pacific Sprite’ — 8-10’. This
dwarf has small crinkly leaves that are dark green in summer and
wonderfully colored in fall with yellows, reds, and oranges. It likes
partial shade and will make a v-shaped plant of 4 by 3’ in about 10
years. 2-3’ $44.95, 3-4’ $49.95, 4-5’ $89.95
50424 Acer circinatum ‘Sunglow’ — 8-10’. Leaves are
similar to A. shiirasawanum ‘Aureum’ in there rounded habit but
smaller. They are a wonderful yellow blushed with peachy coral in
spring, turning green in summer and plum-red, purple, and crimson in
fall. A fine cultivar. 3-4’ $55.95
50423 Acer circinatum ‘Sunny Sister’ — 6’. A Bucholz
selection with outstanding yellow peach spring foliage turning to a
peach brushed over green for summer. Good in sun or shade. Striking
also in spring and summer. 1-2’ $39.95
50991 Acer circinatum ‘Whitney Broom’ — 4’. This cutie
is smaller in all its parts than ‘Little Gem’. Tighter growth habit
with smaller internodes and leaves. If that isn’t enough, it even has
orange to red fall color!! 1-2’ $49.95, 2-3’ $55.95
50371
Acer x conspicuum ‘Phoenix’ — 12’. (-10oF, USDA
Zones 4-8). This interesting cross of A. pensylvanicum and A. davidii
is a strong growing snake bark maple that dazzles in winter with its
vivid ruby red shoots with thin white stripes. The shoots and branches
are showy in summer dressed in salmon pink with the 3-lobed apple green
leaves and even showier after the golden yellow leaves of fall drop and
expose the coral branches striped white. 6-7’ $129.95
51153
Acer x conspicuum ‘Silver Cardinal’ —
This is a variegated large shrub or small tree with leaves that are
splashed with pink, cream, and light green. It is set of by its red
petioles and young stems and its slightly weeping form. Outstanding.
2-3’ $32.95
50003
Acer davidii - David’s Maple — 30’. (-20oF,
USDA Zones 5-8). Silvery white stripes on smooth green bark make this
tree particularly striking in winter. While the mature leaves are
unlobed, oblong and usually thicker at the base, the juvenile foliage
and leaves on young trees will be slightly to fully 3 lobed. Leaves turn
yellow and red-orange in the fall. In spring, clusters of yellow flowers
hang from the branches, followed by samaras of soft green and pink.
Acer davidii grows vigorously, ultimately forming a well shaped
landscape tree, often with a multi-trunk habit. 2-3’ $29.95, 3-4’
$39.95
50005
Acer griseum - Paper Bark Maple — 30’. (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8). Strips of cinnamon and irregular colored bark peel away
from the trunk, exposing a smooth copper bark beneath on this sometimes
multistemmed slender, upright tree. Curls of peeling bark remain
attached, creating a richly textured appearance, especially showy in
winter. Famous for its spectacular fall color, a melange of yellow,
orange and red, lasting longer than most. This small tree has long been
on collector’s lists and works well alone or mixed in anywhere. 4-5’
$79.95, 5-6’ $99.95
ACER JAPONICUM
CULTIVARS
—
Note: The common name
Japanese Maple usually refers to trees from palmatum species, however,
many other fine species share similar characteristics and are indeed
native to Japan. We suggest you look at Acer japonicum and
Acer shirasawanum, in particular. For additional information
regarding Japanese maples, there are excellent books listed in our Book
Section.
Acer japonicum
— 10-15’. Known as the
Full Moon Maple, this outstanding species and its cultivars are prized
by gardeners all over the world. The leaves unfold like a fan to a
glowing green and then are exceptionally lovely in the fall with a
glowing yellow to red. Its smaller stature and interesting form are
ideal for almost any garden setting.
51020 Acer japonicum 6910 — 7-8’. Small A. japonicum
that we offered years ago and are happy to see back. It is slower
growing with small er leaves than the species. Just seems to be more
refined than most and comes out yellow green in spring and goes out in
fall with a wonderful crimson! #1 $39.95
50019 Acer japonicum ‘Aconitifolium’ - Fern Leaf Maple —
16’. (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-8). This cultivar is also known
as ‘Mai kujaku’ (dancing peacock). It is a vigorous grower, strong in
structure and forms a well-branched, rounded tree. The leaves are
striking in their deeply incised texture. Although it is not known as
a flowering tree, look closely and you will notice small spring
flowers of wine and white. In autumn the scarlet leaves set the garden
aflame with shades of red and orange. #1 $19.95, 1-2’ $29.95, 2-3’
$34.95, 3-4’ $49.95, 4-5’ $129.95
51049 Acer japonicum ‘Aka Omote’ — Rare, mid-sized tree
with red-purple leaves that turn bronze-green in summer and then
brunt-red in fall. An unusual color for a japonicum. 3-4’ $49.95,
4-5’ $89.95
51123 Acer japonicum ‘Ao jutan’ — DWARF. Round green
smaller than the species leaves with a dense habit to 2’ high and 5’
wide in 10 years. This is an unusual habit for a A. japonicum.
3-4’ $79.95
50082 Acer japonicum ‘Attaryi’ — 35 TO 40’. Smooth, gray
bark and large, deeply cleft leaves with 7-9 lobes and coarse
serrations. Leaves are green with scarlet and orange-yellow fall
color. Flowers red in nodding clusters. #1 $29.95, 3-4’ $54.95
51075 Acer japonicum ‘Emmit’s Pumpkins’ — 11’, PALMATUM
?, green. Young lacy leaves are shade of orange turning green with a
blush of gold-orange as they mature and then fall turns them glowing
orange-red. 4-5’ $89.95
51015
Acer japonicum
‘Fairy Lights’ — 5’. This is the most dissected leaf of the Acer
japonicums. Outstanding. The fall color is great and won’t take a back
seat to any other cultivar. This Australian introduction is some what
smaller and more delicate than ‘Green Cascade’. A nice addition to the
small garden. 2-3’ $69.95
50022 Acer japonicum ‘Green Cascade’ — This selection is
unique for its weeping habit, similar to that of the A. palmatum
dissectums. The main stem should be staked to the desired height when
young. The pendulous branches will cascade down, creating a graceful
mound. Leaves are cut to the center and finely divided, giving a lacy
appearance. Fall tones are brilliant yellow, orange, and crimson.
‘Green Cascade’ is the discovery of the late Art Wright of Canby,
Oregon. 2-3’ $49.95, 3-4’ $69.95
50308 Acer japonicum ‘Itaya’ — 20’. Rounded leaves with
the lobes separated about 1/3 to the leaf base. Bold structure with
short internodes enables a strong plant. Fall color is spectacular
with bright yellows, oranges, and reds. 4-5’ $79.95
50268 Acer japonicum ‘O isami’ — 25’. The large 11-lobed
leaves on this tree measure about 4-5", are light green in the spring,
turn to a rich green in the summer and stay green until late in the
fall without sunburning. The fall coloration is outstanding, reds and
yellows, blending with deep scarlet. It is a vigorous grower with a
rounded top. Very nice. #1 $32.95, 4-5’ $85.95
50375 Acer
japonicum ‘O taki’ — 12’. Chosen by many for its outstanding,
brilliant fall colors of crimson, gold, yellow and red, what a
compote! Leaves are multilobed, heavily textured and lightly
feathered. The short, thick, twigs and branches add character to this
landscape specimen. 6-7’ $139.95
50374 Acer japonicum ‘Oregon Fern’ — 45’. No need to buy
both ‘Green Cascade’ and ‘Aconitifolium’, just get ‘Oregon Fern’! Its
emerald green leaves are heavily dissected like the former and its
growth habit is upright and sturdy like the latter. But its fall
color, is "truly sensational ruby red" according to Vertrees. A must
have for the collector or the weekend gardener. 2-3’ $69.95
51104 Acer japonicum ‘Ruby’ — Think of transparent
colored sheets with olive green layered over red-purple that is darker
at the medium sized leaf edges. Then in fall look for a showy display
of purple, red, and orange! 1-2’ $39.95, 2-3’ $44.95
50970 Acer japonicum ‘Taki no gawa’ — 20’. This
cultivar reminds me a little of ‘Vitifolium’ although leaf margins are
not as serrated. Spring foliage has reddish tinge, summer foliage is
deep green and not as deeply cut. In fall the leaves are yellow with
red-orange veins and leaf tips. Excellent alternative for those that
want Vitifolium form and leaf shape but don’t have the space. #1
$19.95, 4-5’ $89.95
50190 Acer japonicum ‘Vitifolium’ — 40’. The deep green,
very large leaves on this thick, sturdy tree resemble grape leaves,
hence the name. It is strong growing and becomes broad and round
topped with age. The magnificent fall colors are predominantly gold,
crimson and scarlet. Once established, it is very vigorous and
delightful. #1 $19.95, 3-4’ $59.95
51074 Acer japonicum ‘Yama kagi’ — 20-25’. A strong
growing, statement making cultivar with large leaves that begin the
growing season in lime-green, then changes to rich green in summer,
and then in fall dresses for attention in bright burnt orange. 2-3’
$69.95, 3-4’ $49.95
Acer leucoderme
— See Acer saccharum ssp.
leucoderme.
50163
Acer monspessulanum — 35’. (-10oF, USDA Zones
6-9). A Mediterranean species, this maple has thick, leathery, trilobed
leaves that can be semi evergreen in warmer zones. Scarce and quite
difficult to propagate, it matures to be the perfect accent tree for
large gardens. The greenish yellow leaves tend to droop at just the
right time of year to enhance the view of the red samaras. 4-5’
$69.95
50171
Acer negundo ‘Flamingo’ — 30’. (-30oF, USDA
Zones 4-9). Beautiful and interesting leaves emerge hot pink with white
and gradually turn to white and green while still keeping some of the
pink. At its best, the foliage makes the tree appear in full flower in
clouds of pink. Intensity and amount of pink coloration does vary
somewhat from year to year. It will also be affected by cultivation
conditions. The tree has none of the drawbacks of the common form of
A. negundo. In the garden, this magnificent specimen is a sight to
behold, drawing comments from all who see it. 1-2’ $18.95, 3-4’
$34.95
50263 Acer negundo ‘Violaceum’ — 45’. The branches show
deeper red to violet tones than other forms and also show a blue cast
on growth at times offering lots of contrast. Young shoots are
blackish purple with a purple bloom. Leaflets are covered with soft,
silky hairs underneath. 1-2’ $19.95, 2-3’ $24.95, 3-4’ $35.95
50376 Acer negundo ‘Winter Lightning’ — 45’. If you want
winter interest in a faster growing maple this is a great choice!
Bright tangerine shoots bring a smile to gray days. Fall color is a
vivid yellow. A great choice to blend with blue to green toned
conifers. 2-3’ $24.95, 3-4’ $34.95, 4-5’ $59.95
Acer pectinatum
ssp. forrestii
— 50’. (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-8). Syn. A. forrestii.
A rare maple from northern Yunnan in China. Usually multistemmed in
habit and fast growing. Bark has narrow white stripes and the leaves are
3-lobed with the central lobe clearly longer than the side lobes.
50933 Acer pectinatum ssp. forrestii ‘Alice’ —
45’. Then branches show deeper red to violet tones than other forms
and also show a blue cast on growth at times offering lots of
contrast. Young shoots are blackish purple with a purple bloom.
Leaflets are covered with soft silky hairs underneath. 4-5’ $59.95
Acer pensylvanicum
- Striped Maple — 40’. (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-8). Syn.
A. striatum. The bark on this tree is striped with white lines.
Interesting year-round, it is particularly intriguing in the spring when
the new pink shoots appear, also striped. In fall, the golden yellow of
the foliage is attractively offset by the white striped, reddish bark.
50265 Acer pensylvanicum ‘Erythrocladum’ — 20’. This is a slow
growing small tree. It has salmon red bark in the winter with
conspicuous white stripes. In summer this color disappears, turning to
a muted greenish white. 1-2’ $49.95
Acer pseudoplatanus
— (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-7) A terrific species of Maple.
Mature height is to 60’ although some specimens have reached 100’.
Leaves are three lobed, strongly serrate, and have a heavy texture. Very
nice deep green canopy on this upright broad tree. Great for shade.
50367 Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Eskimo Sunset’ — This new
Sycamore maple is a stunning display of pink, pink and more pink! The
large leaves will sometimes have spots or splotches of light or dark
green, giving the tree an overall stained glass look. This will be a
small tree, mature size is still to be observed. Give this beauty full
or part shade and you’ll be in the pink! 1-2’ $59.95
ACER
RUBRUM

NEW
51198 Acer
rubrum 'Shocking Gold' - 20-25'. (-30°F, USDA Zones 3-9). Shocking
yellow gold leaves grace this beautiful tree with an upright habit. In
fall the bright yellow leaves turn to a vibrant red with some yellow
in the veins. A magnificent rare tree which will be the center piece
of your garden. 1-2' $24.95
ACER SHIRASAWANUM
& CULTIVARS
Acer shirasawanum
— 15’. (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-8). This tree will frequently be
wider than it is tall with a multibranched growth habit. The bark is
gray to greyish-brown. The light green leaves emerge in May. Their
delicate nature and broad, serrated lobes (9-13 of them) create a
wonderful texture contrast when planted with other maples. Fall brings a
melding of golden and crimson to the foliage of this landscape gem.
50020 Acer shirasawanum ‘Aureum’ - Golden Full Moon —
20’. The name of this tree comes from the golden, roundish leaves that
are shallowly separated into 11, pointed lobes. Often the tips will
turn bright red in fall, leaving the center of the leaf shining like a
golden full moon. In spring, the leaves unfold pale yellow-green that
will deepen into golden tones with summer sunshine. Too much sun can
burn them in hotter climates. Slow stubby growth gives ‘Aureum’ a
compactness that is ideal for container growing. Since this tree is
very slow growing when young, Size 1 will be small. #1 $35.95, 1-2’
$39.95, 4-5’ $119.95, 5-6’ $139.95
50143 Acer shirasawanum ‘Autumn Moon’— 20’. Similar to
‘Aureum’ in leaf shape and growth pattern, but this maple has
pink to purple tints to the leaves all summer. A wonderful large shrub
or multistemmed tree. 2-3’ $69.95
51060 Acer shirasawanum ‘Garden Glory’— 15-20’. Pink
flushed new growth turns lime-green in summer and then pumpkin orange
in the fall. Fairly fast growing and this introduction from Holland
can take full sun in most locations. 4-5’ $89.95
51161
Acer shirasawanum ‘Jordan’ — This Italian introduction has
circular nine to eleven lobed leaves that open bright yellow with rose
edges in spring and turn yellow for summer. It is a vigorous, upright,
small tree that will be just right even in small gardens. 2-3’
$79.95
50355 Acer shirasawanum ‘Junihitoe’ — 10-12’. This is
one of the smallest of the species with very small leaves, only 2 to
3". This is a stubby growing short tree with an intricate and dense
structure as opposed to the open growth habit of the species. Leaves
are a rich dark green which turn into brilliant orange tones in the
fall. To add to the fall show, the samaras also turn orange around the
edges and are held in pretty, tight bunches like little bouquets.
We’re excited to have ‘Junihitoe’ added to our list of shirasawanum
cultivars. 2-3’ $69.95
50094 Acer shirasawanum ‘Microphyllum’— 20’. Syn. A.
japonicum ‘Microphyllum’. The leaves have a rounded outline and
are slightly cupped with serrated leaf margins. The dark green leaves
are relatively thick resulting in an interesting texture. The red
petioles provide a delightful contrast to the green leaves. The fall
leaf color is a bright combination of oranges and yellows. 4-5’
$79.95, 5-6’ $89.95
51093 Acer shirawanum Moonrise™ — 18’. Syn. A. s.
‘Munn001’. This is a chance seedling of A. s. ‘Aureum’
discovered by Carl Munn, in Brooks, Oregon. The new growth tis bright
red turning to yellow in the sun and lime-green in the shade. Its
structure is multi-trunked and low branching. #1 $29.95
50172 Acer shirasawanum ‘Ogura yama’ — 12’. This
outstanding cultivar is a favorite where ever it is grown. It has
smaller leaves than most shirasawanums and holds it’s foliage in a
forward manner on the branch, seemingly giving each leaf it’s own
space. The rich green color in summer turns to a perfect ripe pumpkin
orange in the fall. I don’t know of another cultivar that has this
true orange color. #1 $19.95
50099 Acer shirasawanum ‘Palmatifolium’ — 25-30’. Small,
vigorous upright tree with colorful foliage throughout the seasons.
The deeply incised 11-lobed leaf is bright green in spring. Fall
colors are yellow and gold tinged with crimson. 1-2’ $59.95, 2-3’
$69.95
50373 Acer shirasawanum ‘Red Dawn’ — 25’. This very
upright selection holds its red color better than most cultivars.
Landscapers like to use it where they want an aristocrat of Japanese
maples to stand. Wonderful with woodland plants growing underneath its
protective canopy. And, it has beautiful fall color. 2-3’ $59.95
50332 Acer shirasawanum ‘Ruby red’ — 12’. This is the
closest to red of any of the new Acer shiraswanum cultivars
that are presently available. It is probably a cross between
shiaswanum and palmatum with the most characteristics of
shiraswanum. Fall color is a fantastic blue red. 2-3’ $49.95
51055 Acer shirasawanum ‘Sensu’ — ?. Large deeply cut 7
lobbed leaves come out in t he spring a soft peachy green, then to
green in summer, and great peach-red to red in the fall. You are going
to like this one. #1 $19.95
Acer
sieboldianum
— 30’. (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-9). True to its origins, this
tree offers the beauty and integrity of a native Japanese maple. It’s a
handsome, erect plant with smooth, gray bark and dark green leaves which
often have a red border and shape reminiscent of A. japonicum
leaves. While preferring moist, open spots in its native habitat, it
will perform admirably in a wide range of climate and cultivation. The
fall color is a striking copper-red.
50969 Acer sieboldianum ‘Mikasa yama’ — 20’.
Formerly offered as an Acer japonicum cultivar this small tree
has lovely foliage. Rounded leaves cut half way to the leaf base,
silvery yellow green in spring and yellow, sometimes tinged with red
in the fall. Similar to, but more refined than A. s. ‘Kinugasa yama’.
5-6’ $219.95
50008 Acer sieboldianum ‘Sode-no-uchi’ — 6-8’. This
dwarf-growing tree is the smallest leafed of the species. It has 1-2"
leaves that are bright yellow-green and hold well throughout the
season. In the fall the leaves turn yellow to red. It will fit most
any type of landscaping and would be particularly nice in containers
on your patio. A good bonsai candidate also, as it forms a tight shape
with very little pruning. Rare in cultivation.
5-6’ $219.95
Acer tataricum
ssp. ginnala - Amur Maple — 25’. (-30oF, USDA
Zones 4-8). This should be called Amor Maple, because you’ll fall
in love with it! The leaves are only about 3" long, and become vivid
scarlet in the autumn. The winged seeds turn red while the leaves are
still green, giving a show that persists until the big fall extravaganza
takes place. We like it not only for the beauty but for the hardiness.
51026
Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala ‘Emerald Elf’ — 6’. A
slow growing, compact, hardy plant that is about as wide as it is
high. It has wonderful bright scarlet to purple-red fall color.
4-5’ $45.95