Uncommon Thread® Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) | Proven Winners New Variety 2027
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Make an unforgettable statement with Uncommon Thread™ Japanese maple. Its uniquely narrow, finely dissected leaves add distinctive texture that instantly draws the eye. Through the seasons, the foliage shifts from chartreuse brushed with red to deeper green with rich burgundy tones, finishing in a brilliant fall glow. This handsome tree grows to a manageable height—perfect for borders, courtyard plantings, or standing alone as a graceful focal point. It matures quickly, delivering a lush, refined look sooner than expected. When your garden needs an elegant touch, turn to Uncommon Thread™ Japanese maple.
- 10-15 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide at maturity
- Hardy in zones 5-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in full to part sun (4+ hours daily)
- Space plants 10-12 feet apart for best results
- Maintains chartreuse foliage that ages to deeper green with hints of red until it's fully burgundy in the fall
- Blooms on old wood
- Great for borders, containers, foundation plantings, mass plantings, focal points
- Fall interest, foliage interest
- Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom
Care: Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer. Doesn't need regular pruning, but if you'd like you can shape it a bit in the springtime. Avoid any regular pruning, as this could negatively impact the beautiful shrubby habit it develops.
Shipping Info:
- Enjoy free shipping on orders over $175
- Size at shipping varies by season, plant, and trimming schedules
- Quart shrubs are 5-8 in tall and 6 months to 1 year old at shipment
- 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in tall and about 1 year old at shipment
