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Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz'

Japanese maple

£34.99
£34.99

3 litre pot

A beautifully compact Japanese maple that offers soft spring colour and fiery autumn tones in even the smallest garden spaces.
  • Long season of colour from spring to autumn
  • Well suited to container planting
  • Architectural foliage adds structure
  • Low maintenance once established
  • Ideal for small gardens and courtyards

  • Aspect

    Partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Hardy in most parts of the UK, though best grown in a sheltered position away from strong winds and harsh midday sun

  • Flowers

    April - May

  • Soil type

    Loam, sandy, slightly acidic soils

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  • Why we like this plant

    If you are looking for a refined focal point without needing much space, this Japanese maple is a superb option. Its changing foliage brings interest across multiple seasons, while its compact habit makes it easy to position near seating areas, entrances or within a mixed border.

  • About this plant

    A compact and elegant Japanese maple with finely cut foliage that shifts beautifully through the seasons. New leaves emerge with soft pink and bronze tones, mature to green in summer, then turn vivid red in autumn, bringing gentle structure and colour to smaller spaces.

  • Key features

    • Neat, upright growth ideal for small gardens
    • Delicate spring foliage with pink and bronze hues
    • Fine, deeply lobed leaves with soft texture
    • Striking red autumn colour
    • Excellent choice for containers and sheltered spots

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 150–250cm | Spread: 50–100cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact, upright shrub

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Sheltered border, patio container, courtyard garden

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn in a sheltered spot with protection from strong winds. Choose a position with light shade or gentle morning sun. Use well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. When planting in containers, use a loam-based compost and ensure good drainage.

Care tips

Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first few years. Apply a mulch in spring to retain moisture and improve soil structure. Avoid heavy pruning as this plant naturally forms an attractive shape. Protect from strong sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.

Winter care

Provide shelter from cold winds, especially for young or container-grown plants. Keep soil slightly moist but never waterlogged. Avoid very exposed positions and protect pots from freezing conditions. Minimal pruning is needed, but any damaged or crossing branches can be removed in late winter.