Waterfalls Maple| Japanese Acer palmatum

Type: Japanese Maple – Weeping Variety
Height & Spread: 4–6 ft tall, 6–8 ft wide (mature size)
Foliage: Finely cut, cascading, lace-like green leaves
Seasonal Interest: Bright green in spring & summer; golden to orange in autumn
Growth Habit: Graceful, weeping mound

The Waterfall Maple is a stunning Japanese maple cultivar prized for its graceful, cascading branches and delicate, lace-like foliage. In spring and summer, its leaves are a lush green that forms an elegant, mounding canopy resembling a gentle waterfall. As autumn arrives, the foliage turns a spectacular golden-yellow to orange, adding vibrant seasonal drama to your garden.

Its compact, weeping habit makes it an excellent focal point for small gardens, patios, rock gardens, or near water features. Perfect for container growing or landscape planting, the Waterfall Maple brings a year-round sculptural appeal.

Key Features:

• Graceful, weeping habit with lacy green foliage

• Brilliant fall colors – golden to orange

• Compact size, ideal for small gardens & containers

• Low-maintenance and cold-hardy

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers partial shade to filtered sun; avoid harsh afternoon sun in hot climates

• Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil

• Watering: Regular watering, especially during dry spells

• Pruning: Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches after leaf drop

• Breeder/Origin: Selected cultivar, United States (mid-1900s), exact breeder unknown