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Japanese Maple 'Butterfly': Variegated Leaves with Pink and Scarlet Tones

Japanese Maple 'Butterfly'

This slow-growing, shrub-like tree features silvery white-margined green leaves that become scarlet-magenta in fall. New spring growth is pink-tinged. Perfect for containers, bonsai, and small Asian gardens. Deciduous.

Growing Specifications

Light: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water: Moderate
Height: 5–10 feet
Spread: 4–7 feet

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

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