Acer palmatum 'Emerald Lace'

Acer palmatum 'Emerald Lace'

10L Pot

Plant Highlights: Finely dissected laceleaf foliage • Fresh emerald-green spring and summer colour • Brilliant autumn display • Elegant cascading habit • Ideal as a specimen for gardens or large containers

Overview

Acer palmatum 'Emerald Lace' is a graceful laceleaf Japanese Maple grown for its finely dissected foliage and elegant, spreading form. Delicate emerald-green leaves create a light, airy appearance throughout spring and summer before developing rich shades of red, orange and gold in autumn, providing a spectacular seasonal finale.

Its refined habit makes it an outstanding focal point in borders, courtyard gardens and Japanese-inspired planting schemes. It also performs beautifully in a large patio container, where the intricate foliage and graceful branching can be appreciated at close range.

Why We Love It

• Finely dissected foliage creates exceptional texture and movement.
• Fresh emerald-green leaves provide a cooling contrast throughout spring and summer.
• Spectacular autumn colour brings lasting seasonal interest.
• Graceful branching makes an elegant specimen for smaller gardens.
• Thrives in borders and large containers with minimal pruning.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in a sheltered position with partial shade or gentle full sun. Protection from strong winds and intense afternoon sunshine helps prevent leaf scorch and preserves the delicate foliage.

Watering

Water regularly while the tree is establishing and during prolonged dry periods, particularly when grown in containers. Keep the soil evenly moist without allowing it to become waterlogged.

Soil

Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Apply a spring mulch to conserve moisture and keep the root zone cool, taking care not to pile mulch against the trunk.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Fully hardy in Irish and UK gardens (RHS H6). Young trees and container-grown specimens benefit from a sheltered position to protect the delicate foliage from cold, drying winds and late spring frosts.

Routine Care

Japanese maples require very little pruning. Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches during late autumn or winter, or carry out light shaping in mid-summer if required. Avoid heavy pruning, which can spoil the naturally elegant form.

Perfect For

• Feature planting in borders.
• Japanese-inspired gardens.
• Courtyard gardens.
• Large patio containers.
• Adding fine texture and spectacular autumn colour to smaller gardens.

Good to Know

The finely cut laceleaf foliage creates an attractive contrast with larger-leaved shrubs and herbaceous perennials. A sheltered location helps maintain the elegant appearance of the foliage throughout the growing season.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 10L pot.
• Deciduous ornamental Japanese Maple.
• Best grown in partial shade or sheltered full sun.
• Ideal as a specimen tree for gardens, courtyards and large patio containers.
• Valued for its finely dissected emerald-green foliage and outstanding autumn colour.