Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream'

peaches and cream japanese mapleItem family ACR-PL-PNCJapanese Maples

Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream'

Spec sheet

Hardiness
Hardy to zone 6

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Sizes we grow

Container grown (CG)

  • #1
  • #6
  • #15

About this plant

Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream' is a striking Japanese maple cultivar celebrated for its delicate, variegated foliage. The finely textured, palmate leaves emerge in spring with an extraordinary pattern of cream margins and peachy-pink tones, transitioning to vibrant green with creamy-white highlights during summer, and culminate in a spectacular fall showcase in hues of orange and red. Compact in size, this tree makes an ideal choice for a focal point in small gardens, containers, or shaded landscapes. Its elegant branching structure enhances its year-round ornamental appeal, whether leafed out or showcasing its architecture in winter.

- Light: Partial shade to filtered sunlight
- Water need: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 10–15 ft x 10–12 ft
- Habit: Upright, spreading
- Bloom/interest: Spring to fall foliage color; winter branching
- Hardiness zone: 5–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
- Drought/heat tolerance: Low; prefers protected locations

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