Dancing Oaks Nursery and Gardens Japanese Maple

This is a true dwarf cultivar. It maintains a compact, mounded shape and will reach a mature height and spread of approximately 4 feet, making it an excellent choice for containers or smaller garden beds.

Unlike many other Japanese maples that scorch in intense heat, the 'Japanese Princess' is quite adaptable. It thrives in both full sun and partial shade, though providing some afternoon shade in extremely hot climates can help preserve the vibrancy of its foliage.

Yes, this variety is noted for having high deer resistance. While no plant is completely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, it is much less likely to be targeted by browsing deer than many other ornamental trees.

The most critical requirement is well-draining soil. It does not tolerate 'wet feet' or standing water, so if you have heavy clay soil, it is best to amend the planting site or plant it in a raised bed or container to ensure proper drainage.

The foliage is highly dynamic. It emerges in spring with striking cream, pink, and yellow variegation, transitions to a lush green during the summer, and finishes the season with a brilliant display of red-orange in the autumn.