Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' – A Vibrant Japanese Maple with Stunning Foliage
Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' is a striking Japanese maple renowned for its vibrant, multi-toned foliage and compact, upright form. With its rich colour variations, ranging from green to deep red and purple, this cultivar creates an eye-catching display throughout the seasons. Known for its stunning appearance and slow growth, 'Jerre Schwartz' is a perfect choice for small gardens, ornamental landscapes, and container planting, offering both beauty and structure.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
- In early spring, Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' unfurls delicate, small green leaves that gradually transition into rich shades of purple and red as they mature.
- The tree’s compact, upright form starts to take shape, with branches radiating out from the central trunk, giving it a neat, yet striking appearance.
- The vivid colouration of the new foliage adds a fresh pop to the spring garden.
Summer:
- During the summer, the foliage of 'Jerre Schwartz' deepens into a mix of burgundy-red and purple hues. The leaves retain their vibrant colours, contrasting beautifully against the green surroundings.
- Its upright, rounded form continues to grow slowly, maintaining its compact structure. The tree’s dense foliage provides a lush, full appearance that enhances the landscape.
- The tree thrives in both full sun and partial shade, with the colours intensifying in sunnier spots.
Autumn:
- In autumn, Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' puts on an extraordinary show, with its leaves transitioning into brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. The rich, fiery colours offer a dramatic burst of autumnal beauty.
- The tree stands out in the landscape with its multi-tonal foliage, providing a vivid focal point as other plants begin to lose their leaves.
Winter:
- In winter, 'Jerre Schwartz' sheds its leaves, leaving behind a slender, bare structure that retains its upright form. The smooth bark of the tree provides visual interest against the bare branches, offering an attractive feature during the colder months.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread: Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' typically grows to a height of 2.5–4.5m and a spread of 2.5–3m. Its compact, upright habit makes it a suitable choice for smaller gardens, borders, or as a specimen tree.
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Form: The tree has an upright, rounded form with dense branching. Its small, deeply lobed leaves create a full canopy that adds structure and interest to any garden.
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Growth Habit: 'Jerre Schwartz' is a slow-growing cultivar, allowing it to maintain its compact shape without needing extensive pruning. It has a dense branching habit, making it a natural focal point in the landscape.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Small Gardens & Courtyards: Due to its compact size and upright form, 'Jerre Schwartz' is ideal for smaller spaces, where its vibrant colours can be appreciated without overwhelming the area.
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Ornamental Gardens: This Japanese maple works beautifully in ornamental gardens, where its stunning foliage can serve as a feature tree, adding structure and visual interest throughout the year.
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Containers & Bonsai: Thanks to its slow growth and manageable size, 'Jerre Schwartz' is perfect for container planting, making it an excellent choice for patios, balconies, or even bonsai collections.
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Mixed Borders & Foundation Planting: Its vibrant colours and compact growth make it ideal for mixed borders or foundation planting, where it can add contrast and texture against surrounding plants.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' thrives in partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun if provided with enough moisture. In sunny locations, the colours of the leaves will be more intense, but it may need regular watering to prevent stress.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil. It does best in fertile, loamy soil but can tolerate a variety of soil types as long as drainage is good.
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Maintenance: 'Jerre Schwartz' requires minimal maintenance. Watering during dry spells is important, especially in full sun. Pruning is usually not necessary, but occasional thinning to maintain shape can be done. It is also relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from consistent moisture.
Why Choose Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz'?
Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' is an exceptional Japanese maple that adds year-round beauty and colour to any landscape. Its slow growth, compact size, and stunning multi-tonal foliage make it a standout choice for small gardens, containers, or ornamental landscapes. Whether as a specimen tree, part of a mixed border, or in a container on the patio, 'Jerre Schwartz' provides visual interest through every season with minimal care.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Perennials: Pair with perennial plants such as Hostas, Astilbes, or Ferns to create an elegant contrast in texture and colour.
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Evergreens: Combine with evergreens like Boxwood, Holly, or Juniper to create year-round contrast and structure.
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Grasses: Complement with ornamental grasses like Miscanthus or Carex for added movement and texture in the garden.
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Flowering Shrubs: Pair with flowering shrubs like Rhododendrons, Azaleas, or Hydrangeas to create a layered, vibrant landscape.
Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz' is the perfect choice for anyone seeking a compact, low-maintenance tree that adds vibrant colour, texture, and structure to their garden. With its stunning foliage, graceful form, and minimal upkeep, it makes a striking addition to any landscape, providing seasonal beauty and year-round interest.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
