Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame' 2 Gallon (3 ft)

Acer palmatum 'Phantom Flame' – 2 Gallon (3 ft)

Add a masterpiece to your garden with the 'Phantom Flame' Japanese Maple. This rare, reticulated-leaf cultivar is a member of the "Ghost" series lineage and is highly sought after for its dramatic, color-shifting foliage and intricate "stained glass" appearance.

Seasonal Interest & Color

• Spring: Emerges with striking creamy-white to pale green leaves, accented by deep green primary veins and a brilliant pink-to-red edge.

• Summer: The "Phantom" effect takes hold as the leaves transition to a seafoam green with prominent dark green reticulation.

• Fall: Finishes the season with a spectacular display of fiery oranges and glowing reds.

Plant Specifications

• Size: Currently standing at approximately 3 feet tall.

• Container: Well-established in a 2-gallon nursery pot.

• Hardiness: Ideal for USDA Zones 5–9.

• Light Requirements: Best in dappled shade or morning sun. Protection from harsh afternoon sun is recommended to maintain the high-contrast variegation and prevent leaf scorch.

• Growth Habit: An upright, deciduous small tree reaching 8–10 feet at maturity, making it a perfect focal point for smaller landscapes or large containers.

Why Choose 'Phantom Flame'?

'Phantom Flame' is prized for its more intense "flame" margins compared to the classic 'Shigitatsu sawa'. Its unique venation provides a texture that stands out against traditional green or lace-leaf maples. This specimen has been meticulously cared for, featuring a strong leader and healthy branching structure, ready to be planted or shifted into a decorative patio container.

Shipping Note: We take extreme care in packaging our trees to ensure they arrive at your door in peak condition. Plants are shipped with secure root balls to minimize transit stress.

Quantity is limited for this specific size and cultivar. Secure this collector's piece for your garden today!

DISCLAIMER – DUE TO EXCESSIVE COSTS OF SHIPPING THE MAXIMUM SIZE BOX WE WILL SHIP A TREE/SHRUB IN IS 4’. TREES THAT ARE TALLER THAN THIS WILL BE PRUNED BACK TO FIT IN THE BOX. IF THIS PRACTICE BOTHERS YOU DO NOT PURCHASE OR REQUEST A SPECIAL SHIPPING QUOTE. WE ADVISE THAT THE BEST TIME TO SHIP IS FROM OCTOBER TO MAY. DURING THE OUT OF DORMANCY PERIOD WHICH IS TYPICALLY MAY TO OCTOBER WE STRONGLY URGE TO PAY THE SHIPPING CHARGE FOR EXPRESS DELIVERY TO AVOID PLANT LOSS.  SHIPPING DURING THE OUT OF DORMANCY PERIOD CAN BE EXTREMELY STRESSFUL TO ANY LIVING PLANT. ON MOST OCCASIONS, PLANTS WILL SURVIVE THAT STRESS AND GO ON TO THRIVE. HOWEVER, OCCASIONALLY SOME WILL PERISH. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE TREES THAT WE DON’T PLANT, SO ONLINE SALES ARE AS IS. WE DO NOT SHIP TREES IN CONTAINERS/POTS AS TO AVOID EXCESSIVE SHIPPING CHARGES. WE SECURE TREE ROOTS IN LARGE PLASTIC BAGS PACKED WITH WET MEDIUM. IF YOU WISH TO SPECIFY A SHIP DATE, PLEASE INCLUDE A NOTE WITH YOUR ORDER. OTHER WISE IT WILL SHIP AS SOON AS WERE ABLE. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CANCELLATIONS ONCE AN ORDER IS PLACED. PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE ORDERING. SHIPPING TO ALASKA AND HAWAII IS EXTRA. OUR SHIPPING TIMEFRAME IS AN ESTIMATE NOT A GUARANTEE AS WE ARE AFFECTED BY WEATHER EVENTS, STAFFING ETC. LIKE US ON TIK TOK