Japanese Maple

About this plant

At A Cut Above, our Japanese Maples are meticulously cultivated to bring unparalleled beauty to your landscape. These highly sought-after ornamental trees are celebrated for their diverse leaf shapes, from deeply lobed to finely dissected, and an incredible range of colors that shift from vibrant greens in spring and summer to breathtaking reds, oranges, and purples in the autumn. Japanese Maples serve as exquisite focal points in gardens, provide elegant dappled shade, and are perfect for specimen planting, container growing, or integrating into mixed borders. Their refined aesthetic and manageable size make them suitable for a variety of garden styles, from contemporary to traditional, and even smaller urban spaces. Choose from our curated selection of premium Japanese Maples to add a touch of timeless sophistication and vibrant seasonal interest to your outdoor sanctuary. Each tree from A Cut Above promises exceptional quality and enduring beauty.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Protect from strong winds and intense afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates. Prune minimally to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches, ideally in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.