{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-cosmos-rare-variegated-japanese-maple-pink-white-foliage-3-container-30-40-tall","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Cosmos’ – Rare Variegated Japanese Maple with Pink \u0026 White Foliage in #3 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd breathtaking color and rare collector appeal to your landscape with this live Acer palmatum ‘Cosmos’, one of the most heavily variegated Japanese maples available today. This ornamental maple features elegant green foliage dramatically splashed with vibrant pink and creamy white variegation throughout the growing season, creating a painterly effect unlike almost any other maple variety. The coloration remains highly stable and consistent well into summer, maintaining brilliant contrast and ornamental beauty for months. In autumn, the foliage transforms into glowing shades of vibrant orange for a spectacular seasonal finale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact yet graceful, ‘Cosmos’ develops into an upright ornamental tree reaching approximately 8–10 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide in 10 years, making it ideal for patios, collector gardens, Japanese-inspired landscapes, and decorative focal points. You will receive a healthy live tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 live Acer palmatum ‘Cosmos’ Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eOriginally grown in #3 container\u003cbr\u003eApproximate height: 30–40 inches\u003cbr\u003eHealthy, rooted ornamental maple tree\u003cbr\u003eShips wrapped for moisture retention\u003cbr\u003eDoes not ship with container\u003cbr\u003eSecure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Cosmos Variegated Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Cosmos’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young established tree\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 8–10 feet in 10 years\u003cbr\u003eMature Width: Approximately 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr\u003eFoliage Color: Green with pink and white variegation\u003cbr\u003eFall Color: Vibrant orange\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Features: Extremely stable heavy variegation and collector rarity\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for decorative containers while young\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Landscape Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollector and specialty maple gardens\u003cbr\u003eJapanese-inspired landscapes\u003cbr\u003ePatio specimen tree\u003cbr\u003eOrnamental focal point plantings\u003cbr\u003eFour-season color gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun with afternoon shade helps preserve the brightest variegation and protects delicate foliage from scorch in warmer climates. Mulching helps maintain cool, evenly moist roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499604439172,"sku":null,"price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_32_f56a6ac0-f6d2-43ad-8a09-54052f8ca5fb.jpg?v=1783660331","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-cosmos-rare-variegated-japanese-maple-pink-white-foliage-3-container-30-40-tall","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}