Acer palmatum 'Rugose' Japanese Maple New Introduction but is just now making

but is just now making its way to the United States

Rarely available and full of character

a distinctive growth habit

This unique Japanese maple is a must for most gardens

the bark becomes a exfoliating and has multiple color tones adding year round interest

Acer palmatum 'Rugose' Japanese Maple New Introduction but is just now makingAcer palmatum 'Rugose' Rare Japanese Maple Zones 5 9 'Rugose' is a unique Japanese maple that has extraordinary thick leathery leaves, thicker stems, and habit that makes many believe this Japanese maple has more chromosomes than your typical Acer palmatum. 'Rugose' is a selection that was found and introduced by the late great J. D. Vertrees, author of Japanese Maples. This selection has blue green foliage in the spring, turning to orange and red in