Acer palmatum 'Lemon Lime Lace'
Best ornamental tree for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance seasonal color.
This Japanese maple brings a sophisticated, architectural structure to your garden with its striking, lacy foliage that shifts from bright lime to fiery autumn orange. While it demands consistent moisture and careful soil drainage to thrive, the payoff is a high-impact, humidity-tolerant specimen that anchors a landscape with year-round visual drama.
$79.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, high-contrast foliage for spring displays
- Designers wanting sophisticated, airy texture in garden beds
- Urban dwellers with limited space or container gardens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with harsh, unrelenting afternoon sun
- Impatient growers wanting immediate, large-scale landscape impact
- Gardeners dealing with soil prone to fungal pathogens
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
Lacy, two-toned leaves provide striking texture and color throughout the season.
Seasonal Versatility
Dynamic color shifts from spring lime to autumn orange offer year-round interest.
Climate Adaptability
Humidity tolerance expands planting options beyond typical Japanese Maple limitations.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mound habit fits perfectly into smaller gardens or container arrangements.
Maintenance Ease
Requires standard well-drained soil and consistent moisture for optimal health.
Sun Tolerance
Thrives in partial shade but handles full sun better than most cultivars.
Key Specs
SKU
26003
Genus
Acer
Species
palmatum
Variety
'Lemon Lime Lace'
Item Form
Trade Gallon (3qt)
Mature Height
5 Feet
Mature Width
12 Feet
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
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