Maple trees

Acer palmatum Osakazuki is a highly regarded Japanese Maple known for its elegant form and exceptional autumn colour. This deciduous tree develops a naturally open, graceful growth habit with plentiful bright green foliage throughout spring and summer. In autumn, the leaves transform into brilliant shades of glowing orange and fiery crimson, creating one of the most striking seasonal displays among Japanese maples. Small clusters of delicate red flowers appear in spring, adding subtle seasonal interest before the lush foliage fully develops. With its moderate size and refined branching structure, Osakazuki makes an excellent feature or shade tree for smaller gardens. It also provides beautiful contrast when planted among darker foliage plants or evergreens in the landscape.

Soil: Moist, well-worked soil.
Conditions: Full sun to afternoon shade. Protect from midday heat and drying winds in warmer climates. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 4-6m x width 4m

Acer palmatum Bloodgood has been grown in Australia for many years, proving its reliability and garden performance. Over time, it develops a broad, spreading crown, making it an excellent feature tree for a wide range of landscapes. The deeply lobed, serrated foliage emerges a rich plum-purple, holding its colour well through summer before transforming into vivid crimson tones in autumn. Ideal as a deciduous shade tree, it performs beautifully in gardens, parks, and as a background feature in mixed borders. Like other Japanese maples, it has fine, delicate foliage and a naturally elegant form. One of the most renowned Japanese maple cultivars, Bloodgood is valued for its striking colour, toughness, and adaptability.

Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil. 

Conditions: Full sun to filtered shade. Avoid a location that is unprotected from north or west afternoon sun, or hot winds in summer.

Size: Height 5m x width 3m