Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’ – 2–3ft Tall Large Japanese Maple Tree – Premium Feature Plant – By Direct Plants
Bring stunning colour, elegance, and architectural beauty to your garden with Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’, the exquisite Japanese Maple renowned for its vibrant golden foliage and delicate, graceful habit. Perfect for patios, borders, or specimen planting, this variety adds instant impact and year-round charm to any outdoor space.
Supplied at approximately 2–3ft tall as a large, well-established plant, this tree is ready to create a focal point in your garden. Its strong root system and bushy, upright habit make it easy to establish and ensure healthy, vigorous growth.
Why ‘Summer Gold’ is so special:
• Striking golden foliage – brightens shady spots and contrasts beautifully with green, red, or purple plants
• Elegant, multi-stemmed habit – naturally compact and bushy, ideal for feature planting, containers, or small gardens
• Slow-growing and manageable – perfect for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet highly decorative trees
• Adds year-round interest – fresh summer foliage, striking autumn tones, and attractive winter branch structure
• Hardy and versatile – thrives in well-drained soil and sheltered positions
Perfect for:
• Patio containers for a compact, architectural focal point
• Feature planting in borders or mixed shrub beds
• Creating contrast alongside green, red, or purple foliage plants
• Adding seasonal interest and elegance to small or large gardens
Key Features:
• Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’ (Japanese Maple) approx. 2–3ft tall in a 3/5 litre pot
• Large, bushy specimen for instant garden impact
• Supplied as a healthy, well-established plant
• Stunning bright golden foliage – perfect for year-round visual interest
• Compact, upright, multi-stemmed habit – ideal for patios, borders, or specimen planting
• Part of our premium range of ornamental trees and shrubs
• Check out our planting guide to help your tree thrive
From Direct Plants, an award-winning nursery and trusted family brand, known for producing strong, healthy, premium-quality trees.
You will receive 1 Acer palmatum ‘Summer Gold’ approx. 2–3ft tall – a large, elegant Japanese Maple that brings vibrant colour, architectural beauty, and instant impact to your garden or patio.
