Acer Palmatum: Orangeola
Acer Palmatum: Orangeola
Acer palmatum 'Orangeola' - Weeping Japanese Maple for sale.
A graceful weeping Japanese maple with an elegant mound-forming habit. 'Orangeola' is prized for its delicate, finely dissected foliage and cascading branches that create a stunning architectural feature in any garden setting. For sale in our nursery near Lancaster.
Foliage & Seasonal Interest
Fine feathery leaves emerge in spring with a vibrant dark orange-red hue, deepening to a rich red-green throughout summer. In autumn, the foliage transforms to a brilliant bright orange, creating a spectacular seasonal finale before the leaves fall.
Flowers & Fruit
Small purple flowers appear in spring, followed by ornamental fruit in autumn that adds further seasonal interest to this already captivating specimen.
Growing Conditions
Thrives in a sheltered spot with full or partial sun. Ideal for creating a focal point in borders, oriental-style gardens, or as a standalone specimen where its weeping form can be fully appreciated.
Size at Maturity
- Ultimate height: 2-4 metres
- Ultimate spread: 1-3 metres
Why Choose Acer 'Orangeola'?
Perfect for gardeners seeking a graceful, low-maintenance specimen with year-round appeal. Its weeping habit and fine-textured foliage bring movement and elegance to contemporary and traditional landscapes alike.
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Planting Instructions
Plant in a sheltered position in full sun to partial shade. Acer palmatum 'Orangeola' performs best in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Avoid exposed, windy sites and waterlogged conditions.
Dig a planting hole twice the width of the root ball and to the same depth. Position so the root collar sits at ground level. Backfill with a mix of excavated soil and organic matter, firm gently, and water thoroughly.
Water regularly during the first two growing seasons. Apply a mulch of bark or leaf mould around the base to retain moisture and protect roots from frost. Avoid planting in frost pockets.
Pruning is rarely needed. If required, remove dead or crossing branches in late autumn or winter when fully dormant.
Size & Specification
Supplied in a 7.5 litre pot. A graceful weeping specimen with a mound-forming, cascading habit.
Eventual height: 2–4 metres | Eventual spread: 1–3 metres. Growth rate: slow to moderate, approximately 15–30cm per year.
Ideal as a standalone specimen in a border, oriental-style garden, or large container where its weeping form can be fully appreciated.
Delivery & Dispatch
Supplied in a 7.5 litre pot and dispatched via our specialist parcel courier, carefully packaged to ensure safe transit.
Orders are dispatched Monday to Wednesday. You will receive a dispatch notification with tracking details once your order is on its way. Delivery is available nationwide across mainland UK.
Wildlife & Ecological Notes
Acer palmatum cultivars provide modest but valuable wildlife benefits. Small spring flowers offer nectar for early pollinators including bees and hoverflies, while the winged seeds are occasionally taken by birds and small mammals.
The dense layered canopy provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, contributing to broader garden biodiversity.