Ornamental Acers, also known as Japanese Maples are elegant, small trees with finely divided foliage in a myriad of greens, pinks and deep purples. They have a beautiful, arching habit and make perfect specimens for containers. Many varieties have variegated foliage, or several contrasting leaf colours on one tree. Japanese Maples are famous for their amazing autumn colours of deep and fiery reds, yellows and golds.

Despite their delicate appearance, Acers are hardy and can be kept outside all year round. They like neutral or acid soil, and just need a sheltered spot away from cold winds. Plant in a partially shaded position, out of the mid-summer sun. A large container such as a half oak barrel makes a perfect home for a Japanese maple and, as they are slow growing, they are ideal for small gardens

We have a extensive compendium of varieties of Japanese maples at our Oxfordshire nursery. They range from majestic 6ft mature trees to smaller 1.5ft plants, with a range of foliage colours and sizes to suit any garden.  A selection are listed below - come and visit us at the nursery to see our full range  

palmatum 'Atropurpureum'	palmatum 'Beni-shichi-henge'	palmatum 'Emerald Lace'	palmatum 'Enkan'
palmatum 'Garnet'	palmatum 'Katsura'	palmatum 'Shishigashira'	palmatum 'Taylor'
palmatum 'Trompenberg'	palmatum 'Ukigumo'	palmatum var. dissectum 'Atropurpureum'	palmatum var. dissectum 'Dissectum Viridis '

Most of the Acers pictured above are between 1-3ft, and vary in price between £18 and £48. We also have a selection of mature specimen Acers, a few of which are listed for sale below