2.5 QT Live Plant Dwarf Upright Japanese Maple Tree Butterfly

The Butterfly Japanese Maple is a compact, upright ornamental tree prized for its delicate variegated foliage and graceful, layered form. Its small, star-shaped leaves emerge in spring with cream and pink tones, maturing into green centers edged in creamy white, and it maintains a tidy, vase-shaped habit that fits well in small gardens, courtyards, and mixed borders.
This versatile tree works beautifully as a focal point, in container culture, or as an accent among perennials and shrubs. It prefers consistent moisture and some afternoon shade in hotter regions, where the variegated leaves can scorch. Growth is slow to moderate, and its dwarf stature makes it suitable for patios and limited spaces with minimal pruning.
Species: Acer palmatum
Variety: Butterfly
Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Plant_Habit: Dwarf, upright, vase-shaped
Sun: Full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade in hot climates
Soil: Moist, well-draining, slightly acidic
Zones: 5 to 9
Germination: Not applicable
Spacing: 6 to 8 feet apart
Notes: Variegated foliage; slow to moderate growth; suitable for containers