{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-summer-gold-golden-yellow-japanese-maple-20-35-inches-tall-heat-tolerant-ornamental-maple-3-container-size","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’ – Heat Tolerant Golden Yellow Japanese Maple, 20–35 Inches Tall, #3 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrighten your landscape with the glowing golden foliage of this live Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’, a stunning heat-tolerant Japanese Maple prized for its brilliant yellow color and exceptional garden performance. Originally grown in a #3 container and carefully shipped wrapped for moisture retention, this beautiful ornamental maple emerges in spring with chartreuse to yellow-green foliage accented by subtle red leaf edges. As summer progresses, the leaves mature into radiant golden-yellow tones that create striking contrast among traditional green and red maples. In autumn, the tree delivers another spectacular display with deep orange and fiery red fall color. Unlike many yellow Japanese maples, ‘Summer Gold’ is remarkably sun and heat tolerant, maintaining excellent foliage quality even in warmer climates. Compact and elegant, this maple is ideal for patios, ornamental focal points, collector gardens, and Japanese-inspired landscapes. 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 ‘Summer Gold’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 20–35 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🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Summer Gold Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young grafted tree\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Moist, rich, well-draining slightly acidic soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–8 feet in 10 years\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr\u003eSpring Color: Chartreuse to yellow-green with red edging\u003cbr\u003eSummer Color: Bright golden yellow\u003cbr\u003eFall Color: Deep orange to fiery red\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and decorative containers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💡 Care Tip: ‘Summer Gold’ tolerates more sun than many yellow Japanese maples, but consistent moisture helps maintain vibrant foliage color and healthy growth during hotter weather.\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":52499606798468,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_31_099121a1-67aa-4939-a85f-9cd095c96584.jpg?v=1783660441","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-summer-gold-golden-yellow-japanese-maple-20-35-inches-tall-heat-tolerant-ornamental-maple-3-container-size","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}