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Baby Lace Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Baby Lace'

Baby Lace Japanese Maple is prized for its incredibly delicate, finely dissected foliage and stunning seasonal color shifts from soft reds to brilliant autumn hues. Ideal for small gardens, patios, rock gardens, and container plantings, it adds refined texture, dynamic color, and graceful structure to any landscape design.

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Baby Lace Japanese Maple Trees

Baby Lace Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Baby Lace') is a truly unique and highly sought-after variety, celebrated for its incredibly delicate, finely dissected foliage and rich seasonal color transitions. In spring, its tiny lace-like leaves emerge in a vibrant mix of soft reds, greens, and pinks, creating a multi-tonal effect that adds exquisite texture to the landscape. Throughout the summer, the foliage deepens to lush green with subtle bronze highlights before bursting into brilliant shades of crimson, orange, and gold in the fall. Compact and slow-growing, Baby Lace typically reaches only 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, making it perfect for small gardens, containers, and intimate spaces.

Thriving best in partial sun to partial shade, Baby Lace Japanese Maple prefers rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil to support healthy growth and vibrant color. Its compact size and intricate leaf structure make it an excellent choice for patios, shaded borders, rock gardens, and Japanese-inspired landscapes. The tree’s artistic, mounded form adds a refined, sculptural quality to outdoor spaces, while its finely textured leaves create beautiful contrasts with broader-leaved shrubs and perennials. With some protection from intense afternoon sun and regular watering, Baby Lace remains healthy and vibrant throughout the seasons.

Perfect for gardeners seeking a rare and visually captivating specimen, Baby Lace Japanese Maple delivers unmatched elegance and dynamic beauty in a small, easy-to-care-for package. Its delicate foliage, graceful habit, and brilliant seasonal transitions make it a treasured addition to any garden or landscape design. Whether planted as a focal point in a courtyard or showcased in a decorative container, Baby Lace offers timeless charm and year-round interest, making it a standout choice for collectors and landscape enthusiasts alike.


Growzone: 5-9 Baby Lace Japanese Maple Hardiness Zones 5-9
Hardiness Zone: 5 - 9
Mature Height: 3 to 5 feet
Mature Width: 3 to 5 feet
Classification: Small Tree
Sunlight: Part to full sun
Habit: Deciduous, densely branched
Foliage: Reddish green to cream variegated
Soil Condition : Any well drained soil
Water Requirements: Water the plant well until established
Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point or a specimen planting, very slow growing

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