Acer palmatum 'Lileeane's Jewel' Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Lileeane's Jewel' is a new and exceptionally unique Japanese maple featuring rare pink and white variegation over bright cherry-red, deeply divided foliage. Its colorful spring display gradually transitions into shades of green and red during the summer, while the pink and white variegation remains beautifully scattered throughout the leaves. In fall, the foliage takes on brilliant crimson-red tones accented by vibrant hot pink variegation.

• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, and well-branched
• 15-Year Size: Approximately 10–12 feet tall
• Growth Rate: Moderate growing
• Foliage: Bright cherry-red, deeply divided leaves with distinctive pink and white variegation; summer foliage matures to green-red
• Fall Color: Crimson red with hot pink variegation
• Hardiness: Fairly heat tolerant; has performed well in the sun of Simpsonville, SC
• Light: Morning sun with protection from intense afternoon sun
• Soil: Well-drained, moist soil
• Best Uses: Specimen plantings, Japanese gardens, containers, and collector gardens
• Interest: Rare and stable pink-and-white variegation, vibrant seasonal color, and unique foliage
• Origin: Chance seedling discovered by Johnathon Savelich and named after his daughter, Lileeane
• Care Note: Avoid heavy fertilization, especially while establishing. Branches that do not display variegation should be pruned out to maintain the plant’s unique coloring.