{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-uzen-nishiki-live-japanese-maple-rare-variegated-ornamental-tree-pink-white-foliage-acer-1-container-grown","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’ Live Japanese Maple | Rare Variegated Pink \u0026 White Foliage | #1 Container Grown","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd extraordinary color and collector appeal to your landscape with \u003cstrong\u003eAcer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’\u003c\/strong\u003e, an exceptionally rare variegated Japanese Maple prized for its dramatic pink, purple, and white foliage. In early spring, deeply divided green leaves emerge with bold pink to purple borders while the centers display stunning white and pink variegation, creating one of the most striking foliage displays among Japanese maples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the season progresses, the purple edging softens while the variegation becomes even more prominent, providing evolving beauty throughout the growing season. Elegant and highly ornamental, ‘Uzen Nishiki’ makes a spectacular focal point for patios, Japanese gardens, collector landscapes, and decorative containers. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 live Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’ tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approximately 18–24 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown in #1 nursery container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, rooted Japanese Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped wrapped in moisture-retaining plastic bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uzen Nishiki Japanese Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acer palmatum ‘Uzen Nishiki’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous ornamental tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young container-grown tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8–10 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes when young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtect from harsh afternoon sun to preserve the delicate variegation and prevent leaf scorch during summer heat. Mulching helps maintain cool roots and consistent soil moisture.\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":52499602112644,"sku":null,"price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_92.jpg?v=1783660214","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-uzen-nishiki-live-japanese-maple-rare-variegated-ornamental-tree-pink-white-foliage-acer-1-container-grown","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}