{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-dragon-king-rare-dwarf-weeping-japanese-maple-20-30-inches-tall-red-collector-maple-tree-5-container-size","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Dragon King’ – Rare Dwarf Weeping Japanese Maple, 20–30 Inches Tall, #5 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring rare beauty and graceful structure to your garden with this live Acer palmatum ‘Dragon King’, an extremely rare dwarf weeping Japanese Maple prized for its compact size, cascading form, and dramatic seasonal color changes. Originally grown in a #5 container and shipped carefully wrapped for moisture retention, this collectible ornamental maple develops gently flowing branches that create an elegant sculptural appearance perfect for patios, containers, entryways, Japanese gardens, and collector landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, deeply cut foliage emerges in vibrant scarlet-red tones before maturing into rich burgundy shades and eventually soft emerald-green hues during summer. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms again into a fiery dark red display that truly lives up to its legendary name. Compact, elegant, and highly ornamental, ‘Dragon King’ is an unforgettable focal point for smaller garden spaces and specialty maple collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Dragon King’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 20–30 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #5 container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Shipped wrapped in plastic for moisture retention\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Does not ship with container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted ornamental maple\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Dragon King Japanese Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Dragon King’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Young grafted tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining slightly acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 3 feet in 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Approximately 5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring Color: Scarlet red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer Color: Burgundy to emerald green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall Color: Fiery dark red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and decorative containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide some afternoon shade in hotter climates to protect delicate foliage and preserve vibrant seasonal color. Mulching around the base helps maintain moisture and healthy root growth.\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":52499607584900,"sku":null,"price":540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_7_7259a085-b8ff-4865-b74c-0e1d912aa471.jpg?v=1783660488","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-dragon-king-rare-dwarf-weeping-japanese-maple-20-30-inches-tall-red-collector-maple-tree-5-container-size","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}