acer trees - A Selection

The Acer Shirasawanum 'Moonrise' is an eye-catching addition to any garden. This Japanese maple has a brilliant autumn color. The foliage changes color from pale green in the summer to a rich red and cerise in the autumn. In the autumn, red-winged seedpods develop and ripen. 'Moonrise' is a deciduous shrub that works well as a focal point or feature plant in Japanese gardens. Height and spread: 2m (6',5).

An unusual form with upright habit

Slow growing yellow leaved japanese maple with nice toothed lobes. Bright and vibrant all summer long. Mature height 151-200cm. HP - Hardy perennial.

A classic Japanese Maple producing gorgeous, purple-red foliage that colours to brilliant, fiery red in autumn. This slow growing tree has an attractive open habit that forms a broad canopy and creates a dramatic silhouette in borders. Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' is an ideal small tree for a sheltered position and makes an excellent specimen for large patio containers. Features and Benefits Dramatic displays of colour from spring through to autumn Easy to grow in shady areas for years of

Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' has a dense, upright habit that forms an attractive small tree or patio container specimen.

Acer palmatum 'Inaba-Shidare' is a beautiful small to medium weeping Acer with spreading branches that cascade in a gorgeous waterfall of fine, filigree foliage. The deeply incised leaves emerge purplish-red in spring turning brilliant crimson in autumn before falling. The lacy leaves of this exceptional variety perform best in a sheltered position in partial shade.Acers are slow growing and make ideal specimens for small gardens and containers where they provide multiple seasons of interest.

Acer palmatum 'Orange Dream' has yellow and burnt orange foliage in spring, that contrasts well with the small red blooms. The foliage turns green in summer before turning to a gold tone in autumn for a stunning display. Ideal for growing in a large patio container or as a focal point in a sheltered spot in the garden. Pot up acer plants and grow them on in cool frost free conditions until large enough to plant outside in their final positions. When plants are well grown, gradually acclimatise

?Skeeters Broom? is an elegant Japanese Maple, that flowers from April until June. It is much loved for its showy foliage and produces masses of delicate leaflets in a shade of ruby red, that magically transform as each season arrives. It boasts a slender growing habit, that develops upward in a dwarf form. Fantastic for growing in stylish containers, woodland and low maintenance gardening schemes, this gorgeous Acer is a real showstopper and makes an instant statement when used as a specimen

If you're looking for a shrub to brighten up your garden on those dull, grey rainy days, look no further. Acer palmatum 'Katsura' is a deciduous shrub of erect growth with 5 to 7-lobed leaves which first appear bright orange in spring, quickly turning orange-flushed yellow with pink margins.

Acers can be ruined by late spring frosts, particularly if you are growing them in colder gardens. Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' minimises this risk by putting out its elegant, deeply lobed leaves later in the spring. It is also notably heat tolerant and will thrive in direct sun.One of the best red Acers for holding its colour throughout the season, the foliage emerges rich maroon in spring and maintains its colour through summer before intensifying to blazing crimson in autumn. This moderate to

This Japanese Maple boasts glorious autumn colour and Acer Shirasawanum ‘Moonrise’ will make a stunning addition to any garden. Its foliage slowly turns from a pale green in the summer to rich red and cerise in the autumn. For added interest, red, winged seedpods develop and ripen in the autumn too. ‘Moonrise’ is a deciduous tree or shrub that’s perfect for Japanese garden planting schemes or to use as a focal point or feature plant. Grow acer trees in any moist,

Acer palmatum 'Livy' is a very dwarf Acer that makes an excellent choice for container growing in small spaces, offering varied rich  red tones that are at their best in partial shade. The deeply lobed, palmate leaves emerge bright red in spring on reddish-brown stems, transitioning to deep burgundy-purple in summer and then blazing brilliant red in autumn before leaf fall. Acers are slow growing and make ideal specimens for small gardens and containers where they provide multiple seasons

Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira', commonly referred to as the Lion's Head Maple, is an exceptional variety of Japanese maple celebrated for its unique foliage and compact, artistic form. This cultivar showcases a dense, bushy, and upright growth pattern with stiff branches, reminiscent of a bonsai tree. In the spring, the leaves emerge in a vibrant green, characterized by deep lobes and a crinkled texture, which transition to a darker green during the summer while maintaining their distinctive

Acer japonicum ?Aconitifolium? is a particularly slow growing deciduous shrub, but over time it will spread wonderfully, demonstrating its beauty via the incredibly pure shades of red and green it displays, fading in an out of the two colours as it matures through the seasons. In April to May, tiny clusters of purple-red blooms emerge for added spring interest. Ideal grown in beds and borders where it can grow freely. Height: 5m (15?). Spread: 6m (18?).