Acer Japonicum 'Fairy Lights' (weeping)
Acer Japonicum 'Fairy Lights' (weeping)
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Acer japonicum 'Fairy Lights' (Fairy Lights Japanese Maple) is a breathtaking deciduous tree renowned for its finely serrated foliage and stunning seasonal colour transitions. Its delicate, lacy leaves emerge in vibrant green during spring, transforming into brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold in autumn, creating a spectacular display. This compact, slow-growing maple has a graceful, weeping habit, making it an ideal feature tree for gardens and courtyards.
Hardy and well-suited to cooler climates, Acer japonicum 'Fairy Lights' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil. It is a low-maintenance tree that provides year-round visual interest with its elegant shape and vibrant autumn colour, making it perfect for small gardens, containers, and Japanese-inspired landscapes.


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Mature height
2–3 meters
Mature width
2–3 meters
Spacing
2–3 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Bright green spring foliage turning red, orange, and gold in autumn
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Small reddish-purple flowers in spring (September to November), followed by winged seeds in summer
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prefers well-drained, moist soil. Prune lightly to maintain shape.
Root System
Develops a non-invasive, shallow root system that spreads horizontally and stays safe near structures with sufficient spacing