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Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.2m to 2m

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2m

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 15cm to 25cm per year (slow).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' is an uncommon deciduous Japanese maple with a weeping, cascading habit. The lobed leaves are green, edged and streaked with cream and pale pink, and the variegation holds through the season before turning orange and red in autumn. Fine red flowers sit among the new growth in spring.

Part shade suits it best, with shelter from hot afternoon sun and drying wind, both of which mark variegated foliage. Give it moist, free draining, slightly acidic soil and keep the root zone mulched and cool. Growth is slow. It is frost tolerant once established and reliable in cool temperate through warm temperate gardens.

The cascading branches need somewhere to fall, so courtyards, raised beds, sheltered entries and large glazed pots suit it. Designers use it as a single specimen rather than in groups, often near seating or a path where the leaf detail reads at close range. It stays small and holds its scale for decades.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Nishiki Fountain Japanese Maple

What is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain'?

It is a rare variegated form of Japanese maple with a weeping habit. The lobed leaves are green, margined and flecked with cream and soft pink, and the branches cascade rather than climb. In autumn the foliage turns orange and red before dropping. It is grown as a small ornamental feature, not as a shade tree.

How big does Nishiki Fountain grow?

Expect roughly 2 to 3 metres in height and 1.5 to 2.5 metres across after many years, depending on the height the plant was grafted at and how it is trained. Growth is slow, so it holds a usable size in a small garden for a long time. Width tends to develop faster than height.

Does it need sun or shade?

Part shade is best, ideally morning sun with protection from hot afternoon sun. Variegated foliage carries less chlorophyll and marks more readily than plain green leaves, so exposed western positions and drying wind will scorch the leaf margins. Deep shade dulls the variegation, so filtered light through the middle of the day is the target.

Is Nishiki Fountain frost tolerant?

Yes. Once established it handles light to moderate frost without damage, which is normal for Japanese maples. Late frosts after bud break can burn soft new growth, so in frost prone valleys give it a position with some overhead protection or a sheltered courtyard aspect. Winter dormancy itself does the plant no harm.

Can Nishiki Fountain be grown in a pot?

Yes, and it is one of the better maples for container growing because of its size and cascading form. Use a wide pot at least 500 millimetres across, a free draining premium potting mix, and keep the mix evenly moist. Pots dry out and heat up quickly, so shade the container itself in summer.

Does the variegation hold through summer?

It holds well in the right position. Cream and pink margins stay visible from spring through to autumn colour, provided the plant sits in part shade with cool, moist roots. Hot exposed sites cause the pale tissue to brown at the edges. Any fully green shoots that appear should be cut back to their point of origin.

How do I care for Nishiki Fountain?

Keep the root zone mulched and evenly moist, never waterlogged. Feed lightly in early spring with a slow release fertiliser suited to acid loving plants. Pruning is rarely needed beyond removing dead or crossing branches in late winter. Avoid heavy cutting, since the cascading shape develops from branches left to layer naturally.

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' Japanese Maple

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Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' is the classic burgundy Japanese Maple, with finely lobed purple-red foliage that holds rich colour through the entire growing season. Leaves emerge deep burgundy in spring, deepen through summer, and shift to vivid crimson in autumn, giving more sustained colour impact than green-leaved cultivars that only colour in autumn.

Atropurpureum grows to 4-6 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a rounded canopy form. The compact size and elegant branching habit suit residential gardens, courtyards, Japanese-style landscapes, and large pots, and the deep foliage colour contrasts beautifully against green hedges, pale walls, and architectural stonework.

Atropurpureum performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW Southern Highlands, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA. In warmer climates plant in part shade to protect foliage from scorching, in well-drained soil with consistent moisture during dry spells.

Atropurpureum or Osakazuki? Both are upright Acer palmatum cultivars. Atropurpureum holds deep burgundy-purple foliage through the whole growing season. Osakazuki has bright green summer foliage that transitions to famously brilliant scarlet in autumn. Choose Atropurpureum for continuous purple foliage, or Osakazuki for explosive autumn impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' Japanese Maple

How tall does Atropurpureum grow?

Atropurpureum grows to 4-6 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a rounded canopy form.

How fast does Atropurpureum grow?

Atropurpureum has a moderate growth rate of 30-50cm per year once established.

What colour is Atropurpureum?

Atropurpureum produces deep burgundy to purple-red foliage in spring, holding rich colour through summer, then deepening to vivid crimson in autumn before leaves drop. Its summer colour holds better than many other red-leaf maples.

Where in Australia does Atropurpureum grow best?

Atropurpureum performs best in cool to temperate regions including VIC, NSW Southern Highlands, ACT, Tasmania, and elevated parts of SA and WA. In warmer climates plant in part shade to protect foliage from scorching.

Can Atropurpureum grow in pots?

Yes. Atropurpureum is excellent in large pots (60L+) and is widely used as a courtyard, balcony, or entrance feature.

What is the difference between Atropurpureum and standard Japanese Maple?

Standard Acer palmatum produces green spring foliage with red-orange autumn colour. Atropurpureum offers rich burgundy-purple foliage through the growing season, making it the choice for continuous colour rather than just autumn impact.

Is Atropurpureum deciduous?

Yes. Atropurpureum is fully deciduous. It drops its crimson autumn foliage in winter and produces new burgundy spring leaves.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple works in an:

Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple Evergreen or Deciduous?

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 1.2m to 2m

Mature Width: 1.5m to 2m

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 15cm to 25cm per year (slow).

Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 15cm to 25cm per year (slow).

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple frost tolerant?

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple Flower?

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' produces small clusters of red flowers in spring as the new foliage emerges. The flowers are subtle and incidental to the main display, which is the cream-pink variegated weeping foliage.

Does Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Red

Is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple an Australian Native Tree?

No

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is Native to Native to Japan, Korea, and China. 'Nishiki Fountain' is a rare variegated weeping selection of Acer palmatum.

What is the Wildlife Value of Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple ?

Its small spring flowers provide a nectar source for bees and other beneficial pollinators, while the variegated canopy offers light shelter for small birds and beneficial insects through the warmer months.

How much Sunlight does Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple need?

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple will thrive best in:

Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' performs best in moist, well-drained loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH and consistent moisture. Mulch keeps root conditions cool through summer. Avoid alkaline, persistently wet, or compacted soils. Maintain even moisture during establishment for best long-term performance.

Is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple Drought Tolerant?

Is Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple Drought tolerant?

During establishment it requires regular watering, but once established Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' develops moderate drought tolerance. Suited to sheltered cool temperate and warm temperate climates, it maintains variegated foliage with only occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

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How To Plant Your Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple is expected to grow 15cm to 25cm per year (slow).

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, keep the root zone consistently moist with weekly deep watering and additional water during hot dry spells.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for scale or sooty mould in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Fountain' - Variegated Weeping Japanese Maple in Different Soil

Acer palmatum performs best in rich, well-drained loam with a slightly acidic pH and consistent moisture. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage and organic matter are managed well.

Sandy soil: Free-draining but enrich heavily with compost and mulch deeply to hold moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost, and mound slightly to lift the root zone.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent flowering.

pH: Slightly acidic preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter or pine bark to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the variegation stable?
A. Yes. Cream and pink margins hold consistently through the growing season in sheltered part-shade positions.

Q. What position does it need?
A. Part shade with shelter from harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch the variegated foliage.

Q. Is it suitable for pots?
A. Yes. Compact, slow-growing habit suits large decorative containers and courtyards.

Q. How rare is this cultivar?
A. Considered a collector's variegated form, with limited availability in the trade.

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