Acer oliverianum 'Mystic Jewel' Japanese Maple

Acer oliverianum ‘Mystic Jewel’ is an exceptional heat-tolerant maple admired for its remarkable display of ever-changing foliage colors. Although originally marketed in Europe as an Acer palmatum, we believe ‘Mystic Jewel’ is best classified as Acer oliverianum due to its unique characteristics. In spring, the leaves emerge in enchanting shades of purple to red-purple, accented by glowing yellow to olive-green centers that create an extraordinary contrast. By midsummer, the foliage matures to a rich deep green, while fresh coral-pink new growth continues to emerge throughout the growing season. In autumn, the leaves transform into brilliant golden yellow highlighted with vibrant orange, providing a spectacular finish. Fast growing and highly ornamental, ‘Mystic Jewel’ is a distinctive addition to any landscape or collector's garden.

• Growth Habit: Upright, vigorous, and well-branched

• 10-Year Size: Approximately 12–14 ft tall

• Growth Rate: Fast when young

• Spring Foliage: Purple to red-purple with yellow to olive-green centers

• Summer Foliage: Deep green with coral-pink new growth

• Fall Color: Brilliant yellow highlighted with orange

• Species: Believed to be Acer oliverianum

• Light: Full sun to filtered light; performs well in warm climates once established

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil

• Best Uses: Specimen tree, collector gardens, Japanese gardens, and focal-point landscapes

• Best Feature: Extraordinary multi-colored foliage that changes continuously throughout the growing season

• Garden Interest: Delivers exceptional four-season beauty with colorful spring foliage, coral summer flushes, and vibrant fall color

• Why You'll Love It: ‘Mystic Jewel’ combines vigorous growth, exceptional heat tolerance, and one of the most unique foliage color combinations available, making it a standout selection for collectors and gardeners seeking something truly extraordinary.

• Zone: 7-9