Acer Palmatum 'Butterfly' Japanes Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Butterfly’ — Butterfly Japanese Maple

Delicate variegation. Living artistry.

The Butterfly Japanese Maple is a rare and elegant variegated selection prized for its softly marbled foliage and graceful, upright form. Each leaf displays a unique blend of sage green centers edged in creamy white, often touched with subtle pink tones in spring, creating a luminous, painterly effect in the landscape.

Its finely textured canopy brings light and contrast to shaded garden spaces, making it an exceptional choice for courtyards, entry gardens, containers, and intimate focal plantings. Unlike darker maples, ‘Butterfly’ brightens compositions with its airy presence while maintaining the timeless refinement of Acer palmatum.

In autumn, the foliage transitions to soft rose and burgundy hues, extending its seasonal interest. Slow growing and naturally elegant, this cultivar thrives in partial shade, protected from harsh afternoon sun, and prefers well-drained soil with consistent moisture.

Highlights

• Unique green-and-cream variegated foliage with pink spring highlights

• Graceful upright form with refined branching

• Soft rose and burgundy fall color

• Ideal for containers, courtyards, and focal plantings

• Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9 

24 inch and 36 inch Box Specimen Measurements

Size Varies Based on Availability

(Very Limited Quanities. Special Inquiry required to order any size)

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