{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-kenbu-rare-linearilobum-japanese-maple-20-25-inches-tall-bamboo-like-foliage-collector-maple-tree-3-container","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Kenbu’ – Rare Linearilobum Japanese Maple Tree in #3 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd refined texture and rare collector appeal to your garden with this live Acer palmatum ‘Kenbu’, a unique linearilobum Japanese Maple prized for its elegant bamboo-like foliage and graceful upright habit. Originally introduced in Japan in 1990 by Masayoshi Yano, ‘Kenbu’ features narrow strap-shaped green leaves accented with soft bronze highlights, creating a delicate yet striking appearance unlike traditional Japanese maples. The finely textured foliage moves gracefully in the breeze and provides beautiful contrast against broader-leaved plants in the landscape. As autumn arrives, the tree transforms into brilliant crimson-red fall color, making it a spectacular focal point. Still relatively uncommon in the United States, ‘Kenbu’ is highly valued by collectors and Japanese maple enthusiasts seeking something truly distinctive. Perfect for patios, Japanese gardens, ornamental plantings, and collector landscapes, this elegant maple brings year-round beauty and artistic texture to any setting. You will receive a healthy live tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Kenbu’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 20–25 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #3 container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Shipped wrapped 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Kenbu Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Kenbu’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young grafted tree\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Moist, well-draining slightly acidic soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 7–8 feet in 10 years\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow growing\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr\u003eFoliage: Narrow green strap-like leaves with bronze highlights\u003cbr\u003eFall Color: Bright crimson red\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and collector gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun with protection from intense afternoon heat helps maintain healthy foliage and vibrant fall color. Mulching around the base supports moisture retention 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":52499607322756,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_15_806364c3-599b-4b69-abbc-c20cfcdf32a4.jpg?v=1783660471","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-kenbu-rare-linearilobum-japanese-maple-20-25-inches-tall-bamboo-like-foliage-collector-maple-tree-3-container","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}