Acer palmatum Trompenburg Stella Rossa Acer palmatum Tsuru no Mai

Acer palmatum Tsuru no Mai is a stunning Japanese maple variety prized for its  variegated foliage

orange and red

and hardy across temperate gardens

it's one of the more vigorous and resilient varieties

Acer palmatum Trompenburg Stella Rossa Acer palmatum Tsuru no MaiThis cultivar was selected by the Trompenburg Arboretum in the Netherlands. It is actually a hybrid between acer palmatum and acer shirasawanum. The unusual leaves have 7 to 9 lobes. Each lobe is long ovate, with edges that curl down almost forming a tube. This extraordinary leaf gives an unusual and pleasing effect. The foliage color is also an outstanding deep purple red which lasts exceptionally well into late summer. Even in full sun the leaves do