Acer japonicum 'Aureum'

Acer japonicum 'Aureum'Acer japonicum 'Aureum', commonly known as Golden Full Moon Maple, is a stunning ornamental tree prized for its vibrant foliage and compact form. This cultivar showcases rounded, deeply lobed leaves that emerge a brilliant chartreuse yellow in spring, deepening to golden hues in summer, and transitioning to rich oranges and reds in autumn. Perfect for gardens and landscapes, it provides exceptional seasonal interest and thrives under partial shade

Pink-lavender semidouble blossoms are stained a cranberry purple at the base of each petal and surround perfect golden centers

offering excellent color contrast in landscapes

Its deeply lobed foliage emerges green in spring and summer

- Bloom/interest: Red foliage in spring

Its rounded shape and versatile size make it a low-maintenance and visually appealing addition to any landscape

It blossoms with stunning deep burgundy-red flowers that bring color to the garden in late winter to early spring

compacted soil

'Red Emperor' is prized for its heat tolerance and ability to maintain its color better than similar varieties

dramatic color maintains vibrancy

is a stunning deciduous tree known for its dynamic foliage and compact growth habit

It thrives best in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9

Foliage changes to brilliant orange-red in fall