Acer consists of deciduous trees or sizable shrubs featuring pairs of leaves that are frequently palmately lobed. These plants produce small flowers that give way to distinctive winged fruits. Numerous species display vibrant autumn foliage, while certain varieties also exhibit decorative stems.

Acer palmatum 'Aizumi-nishiki' (P/v)

Acer palmatum 'Aka-shigitatsu-sawa' is a bushy, deciduous tree that typically reaches a height of around 4 meters. Its leaves are deeply lobed, featuring seven segments that measure between 4 to 6 centimeters in length and 6 to 9 centimeters in width. Each leaf tapers to a sharp point and has wavy edges. When they first emerge, the foliage displays a crimson hue, transitioning to a light yellow-green with dark veins, accented by shades of pink and red that persist into the summer. As autumn approaches, the leaves shift to dark green before turning red. Spring brings inconspicuous red-purple flowers, which may later develop into winged red fruits.

Acer palmatum 'Aka-shigitatsu-sawa' (M)

Acer palmatum 'Aka-shigosan'

Acer palmatum 'Akane' is a small, deciduous tree that typically reaches heights of 2 to 3 meters. Its leaves are small and feature 5 to 7 lobes, initially appearing in a vibrant orange-gold hue with edges that transition to a rich pink. As spring progresses, the foliage shifts to a bright yellow, which later develops into a pale greenish-yellow during the summer months. In the fall, the leaves display a mix of pink and orange tones.

Acer palmatum 'Akane' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Akebono'

This deciduous tree typically reaches heights of 3 to 4 meters. Its sizable palmate leaves can grow up to 12.5 centimeters in length. In early spring, the foliage appears in a red-purple hue, transitioning to bronze as the season unfolds, and finally taking on a reddish-bronze shade in the autumn. In addition, red flowers are borne in drooping clusters during the early spring months.

Acer palmatum 'Akegarasu' (M)

Acer palmatum 'Aki-tsuma-gaki'

Acer palmatum 'Akishino' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Akita-yatsubusa' (Dw)

Acer palmatum 'Alloys' (D)

Acer palmatum 'Alpenweiss' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Alpine Sunrise'

Acer palmatum 'Alpine Surprise' (Dw)

Acer palmatum 'Amagi-shigure' is a compact, slow-growing tree characterized by its palmate leaves, which display a prominent dark venation. The foliage initially appears in shades of pink, transitions to red, and then to purple as the season progresses. In the fall, the leaves transform into a mix of orange, red, and purple hues.

Acer palmatum 'Amagi-shigure' (M)

Acer palmatum 'Amber Ghost' (M)

Acer palmatum 'Andras Pink'

Acer palmatum 'Andras'

Acer palmatum 'Anna's Broom' (Dw)

Acer palmatum 'Anne Irene' PBR (P) is a compact, upright tree that reaches a height and width of approximately 3 meters over time. Its foliage features five lobes with serrated edges, initially emerging in a lime green hue, transitioning to yellow-green during the summer, and displaying red-tinged margins. In the fall, the leaves turn yellow-orange. While the red flowers in spring are subtle, they are succeeded by winged fruits that exhibit both red and green colors in autumn.

Acer palmatum 'Anne Irene'PBR (P)

Acer palmatum 'Annick'

Acer palmatum 'Ao-kanzashi' (P/v)

Acer palmatum 'Ao-seigen'

Acer palmatum 'Ao-shichigosan'

Acer palmatum 'Ao-shidare' (D)

Acer palmatum 'Ao-shime' (L)

Acer palmatum 'Aoba-jo' is a small, deciduous tree that typically reaches around 1 meter in height. It develops a rounded shape adorned with long, 7-lobed green leaves that feature bronze edges and tips. In the fall, the foliage transitions to a yellow hue with red undertones. This cultivar is well-suited for container gardening and bonsai practices.

Acer palmatum 'Aoba-jo' (Dw)

Acer palmatum 'Aoba-nishiki' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Aoyagi' is an upright, broadly canopied deciduous tree that reaches approximately 8 meters in height. Its notable pea-green bark and stems exhibit their most vibrant hue during the winter months. The tree produces fresh green leaves that measure around 5 cm in both length and width, characterized by five lobes, serrated edges, and a pointed tip, which transition to a rich yellow in the fall. In spring, it yields subtle clusters of small, purple-red flowers, which are succeeded by winged fruits that display a reddish tint.

Acer palmatum 'Aoyagi' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Aoyagi-gawa' (L)

Acer palmatum 'Arakawa' is a robust, upright deciduous tree that typically reaches heights of 4 to 5 meters. Its most notable feature is the rough, cork-like texture of the bark, which becomes more pronounced after five years and continues to develop as the tree matures. The leaves are small and finely divided, consisting of five lobes, and they transition to shades of golden-yellow and orange in the fall.

Acer palmatum 'Arakawa' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Arakawa-ukon'

Acer palmatum 'Arano'

Acer palmatum 'Aratama' (Dw)

Acer palmatum 'Ariadne' is a low-growing shrub or small tree, reaching a height of up to 3 meters. Its leaves are intricately divided, featuring 5 to 7 lobes. In spring, the foliage appears in a coppery orange-pink hue accented by green veins. As summer progresses, the leaves transition to a purplish red color with contrasting red veins, eventually shifting to orange-pink tones in the fall.

Acer palmatum 'Ariadne' (M/v)

Acer palmatum 'Ariake-nomura' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Asagi-nishiki' (v)

Acer palmatum 'Asahi-zuru' is a variegated deciduous shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 4 meters. Its foliage features green leaves that are irregularly splashed with white and pink, occasionally displaying entirely white or pink hues. In autumn, the leaves transition to a red coloration.

Acer palmatum 'Asahi-zuru' (P/v)

Acer palmatum 'Ashurst Wood'

Acer palmatum 'Asuka' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Atatama'

Acer palmatum 'Atrolineare' is a small deciduous tree that typically reaches about 3 meters in height. Its leaves are slender-lobed and ribbon-like, exhibiting a dark red hue in their youth. As summer arrives, they mature to a bronze-green shade, before transforming to vibrant red and orange tones in the fall. This cultivar is well-suited for bonsai cultivation.

Acer palmatum 'Atrolineare' (L)

A compact tree with a dense growth form, featuring leaves that are bronze-red and segmented into approximately seven lobes. In the fall, the foliage transforms into a vivid red. During spring, it produces subtle red-purple blossoms that may give way to winged, purple fruits.

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Atsugama' (A)

Acer palmatum 'Attraction' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Aureum' is a medium-sized, bushy deciduous tree or shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. Its foliage displays a spectrum of colors throughout the year: bright yellow in spring, yellow-green during summer, and vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. In mid-spring, it produces clusters of reddish-purple flowers.

Acer palmatum 'Aureum' (P)

Acer palmatum 'Autumn Fire' (D)

Acer palmatum 'Autumn Glory' is a compact, deciduous tree that typically reaches heights of 3 to 4 meters. This cultivar was chosen for its impressive fall foliage at The Garden House in Yelverton, Devon. The summer foliage consists of palmate leaves with seven lobes, displaying a bronze-green hue that transforms into a vibrant red during the autumn months.

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