Add extraordinary color and rare collector appeal to your landscape with this live Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’, one of the most dramatic variegated maple trees available today. Originally selected in New Zealand’s Esk Valley, this ornamental maple is prized for its bold foliage coloration and striking purple-red leaf undersides that create breathtaking contrast throughout the growing season.

In spring, large showy leaves emerge splashed with green and pink tones before maturing into creamy white variegation by midsummer. As the canopy develops, flashes of rich purple-red beneath the leaves create a spectacular visual effect unlike almost any other maple. Autumn finishes the display with glowing golden-yellow and orange foliage.

Moderate growing and highly ornamental, Esk Sunset makes an unforgettable specimen tree for collector gardens, focal plantings, patios, and ornamental landscapes. These young trees currently have good height with minimal branching but will establish and develop quickly once planted.

Shipping Restriction:
Due to agricultural regulations, this variety cannot be shipped to New York, Connecticut, or Massachusetts.

You will receive:
• 1 live Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’ tree
• Height: approximately 30–40 inches tall
• Originally grown in #3 container
• Shipped wrapped for moisture retention
• Does not ship with container
• Healthy, rooted ornamental maple
• Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

• Common Name: Esk Sunset Maple
• Botanical Name: Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’
• Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
• Growth Stage: Young established tree
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment
• Mature Height: Approximately 12–15 feet in 20 years
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 5–8
• Spring Foliage: Green and pink variegation
• Summer Foliage: Creamy white variegation with purple-red undersides
• Fall Color: Golden yellow to orange
• Container Friendly: Yes, while young and excellent for collector gardens

Care Tip

In warmer southern climates, provide protection from harsh afternoon sun to preserve the vibrant variegation and prevent leaf scorch. Mulching helps maintain moisture and healthy root development.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You 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.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.