{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-whitney-red-upright-red-japanese-maple-live-tree-30-40-inches-tall-cold-hardy-ornamental-maple-3-container-size","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Whitney Red’ Upright Red Japanese Maple Live Tree 30–40 Inches Tall Cold Hardy Ornamental Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd dependable beauty and classic red foliage to your landscape with this live Acer palmatum ‘Whitney Red’, a cold-hardy upright Japanese Maple prized for its strong growth, excellent leaf retention, and vivid autumn color. Originally discovered as a chance seedling at Whitney Gardens in Washington State, this standout cultivar has become highly valued for maintaining its foliage later into the season than many other red upright maples. Featuring bold full amoenum-style leaves and a balanced upright growth habit, ‘Whitney Red’ provides elegant structure and rich color from spring through fall. The foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season before transforming into brilliant bright red autumn color that lights up the landscape. Hardy, vigorous, and adaptable, this beautiful ornamental maple is perfect for specimen plantings, patios, Japanese-inspired gardens, and collector 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 ‘Whitney Red’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 30–40 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\u003eGrowing Information:\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Whitney Red Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Whitney Red’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young grafted tree\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 10 feet in 15 years\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright and balanced\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr\u003eLeaf Type: Full amoenum\u003cbr\u003eSeasonal Color: Red foliage with bright red fall color\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and ornamental containers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare Tip: Morning sun with protection from intense afternoon heat in warmer climates helps maintain healthy foliage and vibrant color. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and protect 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":52499606864004,"sku":null,"price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_29_a2d933b7-6749-45a0-b63f-21f1809b4ccb.jpg?v=1783660445","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-whitney-red-upright-red-japanese-maple-live-tree-30-40-inches-tall-cold-hardy-ornamental-maple-3-container-size","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}