Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’ – Rare Variegated Japanese Maple Live Tree 30–40 Inches Tall

Add extraordinary color and collector-worthy beauty to your garden with this live Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’, a striking variegated Japanese Maple. Grown in a #3 container and shipped wrapped for moisture retention, this rare ornamental maple features dramatic spring foliage with bold pink-to-purple borders surrounding green leaves splashed with pink and white variegation. The deeply divided foliage creates elegant texture and an ever-changing display of color throughout the growing season.

As summer progresses, the darker leaf margins soften while the variegation intensifies, making the tree appear increasingly luminous and vibrant. ‘Uzen Nishiki’ develops into a graceful mid-sized specimen perfect for Japanese gardens, patios, containers, and collector landscapes. This rare cultivar is produced in limited quantities and is highly sought after by maple enthusiasts.

You will receive:
1 live Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’ tree
Height: approximately 30–40 inches tall
Originally grown in #3 container
Shipped wrapped for moisture retention
Does not ship with container
Healthy, rooted ornamental maple
Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information
Common Name: Uzen Nishiki Japanese Maple
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young grafted tree
Sun Requirements: Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred
Soil: Moist, well-draining slightly acidic soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 8–10 feet in 15 years
Mature Width: Approximately 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -10°F
Foliage Color: Pink, white, purple, and green variegation
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and collector gardens

Care Tip: Protect from harsh afternoon sun in warmer climates to preserve vibrant variegation and prevent leaf scorch. Consistent moisture and mulching help maintain healthy foliage and root development.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.