Acer palmatum Butterfly
Acer palmatum 'Butterfly', commonly known as the Butterfly Japanese Maple, is a delicate and elegant deciduous tree admired for its uniquely variegated foliage. The small, deeply lobed leaves are predominantly green with creamy-white margins that develop pink tones in spring and summer, transforming to striking red and purple hues in autumn. This compact tree typically reaches a height and spread of 3 to 4 metres, making it an ideal choice for small gardens, containers, and bonsai.
Thriving in well-draining, fertile soil and partial shade to full sun, Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' is well-suited to various Australian climates, especially in regions with cooler winters. It prefers a sheltered position, protected from strong winds and harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Acer palmatum 'Butterfly' is perfect for Australian gardeners seeking a charming and low-maintenance tree that offers year-round visual interest. Its stunning variegated foliage and compact growth habit make it a standout addition to any garden landscape. Enhance your outdoor space with the refined beauty of the Butterfly Japanese Maple and enjoy its captivating colours throughout the seasons.
Read lessPlease note that all Plants on this site are a range of plants we grow through out the year.
Availability changes all through out the year. please check with us via our Sunshine Coast Garden Centre page for Pricing & Availability
Product Availability
Plants & Pots come and go all year around.
- Plants are seasonal and sometimes we run out but have more batches coming along.
- Some Plants are not always in-stock however we can either order it in. pending availability
- Available numbers change every hour of the day in store and where we grow so please check in with us on how many you are looking for
- we have access to thousands of plants. if you are looking for a specific plant please let us know and we will see if its coming into stock soon or if we can order it for you.
- we will sometimes keep plants on our website to show you the description of how it grows and its specific characteristics. they may not be in stock all the time however we will keep it up online so when it comes in we wont have to reload products
Where are our plants Grown and how do we grow them
- Plants are grown locally on the Sunshine Coast
- All outdoor plants are sun hardened and ready to grow
- Indoor plants are grown under 50% Shade and will transfer perfectly to indoor use
- Orchids are also grown under 50% Shade and are best brought indoors during flowering for show then returned back into a shaded area until the following flowering time
- we are Qualified horticulturists, greenkeeper as well as Qualified landscape Construction with over 35 years experience in the industry. We use Quality products and materials to grow all our plants.
How to Look after your plants like we do
- When using any Garden Care products or Fertilisers we always recommend reading the label before use
- We recommend using Earthlife crushed rock mineral on all plants when planting in the ground or in Pots.
- When planting in Pots in Our garden centre we use either Rocky Point Premium Potting mix or our own custom potting mixes blend to plant all our plants
- If planting in the ground we also recommend that you use good quality Bagged garden soil around your plants at the time of planting
