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Japanese Maple Tree - Acer palmatum
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Japanese Maple Tree, Acer palmatum
Few trees command presence with the restraint of a mature Japanese Maple. Acer palmatum delivers sculptural form, extraordinary seasonal colour, and an unmistakable refinement that elevates any landscape from the moment it is placed.
Why Japanese Maple
Seasonal Spectacle: Delivers a full calendar of visual interest: fresh spring emergence, deep summer canopy, and intense autumn foliage in tones of crimson, amber, and gold.
Sculptural Architecture: Mature specimens carry a naturally layered, artful structure that no amount of time can replicate from a young plant.
Scale & Versatility: Available across a range of mature sizes, suited to intimate courtyards and expansive estate settings alike.
Immediate Presence: Advanced stock specimens create a focal point on day one, no years of establishment waiting for the tree to perform.
Investment Grade: A signature tree on prestige properties and award-winning landscape projects throughout Australia.
Ideal Applications
Feature Specimen: Positioned as a stand-alone focal point in formal or contemporary landscapes where structure and seasonal drama are required.
Courtyard & Enclosed Spaces: Refined scale and canopy control make it a preferred choice for high-end courtyard and terrace installations.
Residential Forecourts: Establishes immediate kerb presence and signals quality on prestige residential properties.
Designed Garden Rooms: Layers naturally into curated planting compositions alongside grasses, groundcovers, and stone.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring (when dormant)
Soil & Drainage: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic, humus-rich soil; avoid waterlogged or highly alkaline conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two summers to establish a strong root system, keeping the root zone consistently moist but not wet. Apply a thick layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and protect shallow roots.
Plant Details
Height: 3–8m
Width: 3–6m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Japan, Korea, China
Flower Colour: Red to purple, insignificant
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
