PUNGO MAPLES
Virginia Beach Japanese Maple Nursery
Emperor I
The Emperor I Japanese Maple is a premier, highly resilient cultivar exceptionally well-suited for the coastal climate and humid summers of Virginia Beach. It emerges in spring with a vibrant, translucent purple-maroon flush, maintains its rich burgundy-red canopy through the heat of mid-summer without fading to green, and transforms into a spectacular, bright fire-engine scarlet in the fall. Reaching a mature height and width of 15 to 20 feet with a graceful, upright vase-shaped form, this low-maintenance landscape favorite provides strong structural appeal, excellent late-frost protection by leafing out two weeks later than other varieties, and reliable resilience against coastal summer sun and heat.
English Lace
The English Lace Japanese Maple is an elegant, finely cut laceleaf cultivar well suited for the coastal climate and humid summers of Virginia Beach. It emerges in spring with a brilliant ruby-red flush of delicate, deeply dissected foliage, maintains its rich burgundy-bronze color through the heat of mid-summer with good scorch resistance, and transforms into a blazing orange-red in the fall. Reaching a height of 8 feet and width of 12 feet in 10 years with a graceful, weeping, dome-shaped mound form, this low-maintenance landscape favorite provides exquisite architectural texture, graceful branching for winter interest, and reliable resilience against coastal summer sun and heat.
Firecracker
The 'Firecracker' Japanese maple is a distinct laceleaf cultivar that grows with an arching, upward habit before eventually cascading outward in a dramatic fashion. In spring, the finely dissected foliage emerges in a vibrant ruby red before deepening to a dark burgundy-maroon as the season progresses. By autumn, the leaves transition into a striking, bright scarlet red to close out the year. This patented introduction from Esveld Nursery reaches an estimated 5 to 6 feet in height and 6 to 7 feet in width over 10 years.
Fireglow
Fireglow is a stellar upright landscape tree famed for its radiant, glowing red foliage that defies summer heat fade. The deeply lobed leaves emerge in a brilliant crimson shade in spring and maintain their intense color all season long. When autumn arrives, the canopy flares into a spectacular final display of bright scarlet and orange. Its upright, balanced form makes it a standout choice for architectural garden placement.
Frosted Purple
Frosted Purple is an eye-catching upright cultivar featuring deep purple spring foliage dusted with a unique frosted, silvery sheen. The contrasting texture gives the tree a shimmering appearance when caught in gentle garden breezes. As summer progresses, the foliage deepens into a solid dark burgundy before turning vibrant crimson in fall. Its distinctive coloration adds a touch of magic and elegance to mixed shrub borders.
Geisha Gone Wild
Geisha Gone Wild is a flamboyant dwarf cultivar celebrated for its intense, multicolored variegation across every leaf. The spring flush bursts forth with vibrant pink, cream, green, and purple speckles that make each leaf a work of art. Throughout summer, the intricate variegation holds strong, providing continuous visual excitement in small spaces. Autumn brings a warm shift into golden-orange tones before the leaves drop.
Germaine's Gyration
Germaine's Gyration is a fascinating upright tree noted for its uniquely twisted, contorted stems and deeply lobed green leaves. The curious, zigzagging branch structure provides exceptional architectural interest in the winter landscape after the leaves fall. During the growing season, the lush green foliage dances gracefully on the contorted branches before turning brilliant gold in autumn. It serves as a fantastic conversation piece in any garden setting.
Ghost Dancer
Ghost Dancer is a mesmerizing member of the Ghost family, featuring delicate, deeply cut leaves with striking dark veining. The foliage emerges in spring with soft pastel tones of pinkish-white and green that contrast sharply with dark veins. As summer advances, the leaves settle into a mottled green pattern with creamy undertones. Autumn crowns the season with brilliant shades of orange and glowing red.
Gold Digger
Gold Digger is a stunning upright cultivar prized for its rich, luminous golden-yellow foliage that lights up the landscape. The spring leaves open in a brilliant yellow shade that holds its color remarkably well against summer sun scorch. When autumn arrives, the golden canopy intensifies into warm shades of amber and bright orange. It is an exceptional specimen for adding vibrant, warm contrast to dark evergreen backdrops.
Grandma Ghost
Grandma Ghost is an elegant upright cultivar featuring pale, reticulated leaves adorned with striking dark green and purple veining. The spring foliage opens in delicate shades of soft pink and white, creating a glowing, luminous effect. Through the summer months, the leaves transition into a soft green network while retaining their intricate vein patterns. Autumn finishes the season with a brilliant display of bright yellow and orange hues.
Hefner's Red
Hefner's Red is a robust and hardy upright tree featuring rich, dark red spring foliage that maintains its color exceptionally well. The deeply lobed leaves maintain a dense, full canopy that provides deep shade and strong structural presence. As autumn approaches, the dark burgundy foliage brightens into a vivid display of scarlet and crimson. It is a dependable and tough cultivar well-suited for varied climate conditions.
Herbstfeuer
Herbstfeuer, translating to Autumn Fire, is an upright cultivar specifically celebrated for its world-class, blazing autumn color display. The spring and summer foliage is a clean, healthy medium green that performs reliably throughout the growing season. When autumn arrives, the tree completely transforms into an explosion of brilliant orange, glowing red, and yellow hues. It is an absolute must-have specimen for dedicated autumn color enthusiasts.
Hogyoku
Hogyoku, meaning Jewel Sphere, is an exquisite upright green cultivar noted for its large, stiffly star-shaped leaves and dense canopy. The foliage emerges in a vibrant, fresh green in spring and maintains a clean appearance all summer long. In autumn, the tree puts on one of the most brilliant golden-yellow and orange shows in the plant kingdom. Its neat, rounded form makes it a sophisticated addition to traditional Japanese gardens.
Hot Blonde
The 'Hot Blonde' Japanese maple is a vigorous, upright cultivar featuring stunning golden-yellow spring leaves framed by distinct orange borders. As the growing season progresses, the foliage intensifies into an even brighter yellow while demonstrating exceptional heat tolerance. In autumn, the tree puts on a brilliant display of fiery red color that can persist for months. Serving as an eye-catching landscape focal point, this exceptional introduction thrives in sunny southern exposures.
Hubbs Red Willow
Hubbs Red is a vigorous upright selection featuring deep burgundy foliage that maintains its rich, dark color through the heat of summer. The multi-stemmed tree develops a broad, rounded canopy that provides strong structural lines in the landscape. Autumn brings a stunning finale as the dark leaves flare into brilliant shades of bright red and crimson. It is a reliable and sturdy cultivar for prominent garden focal points.
Ikandi
Ikandi is a dazzling variegated cultivar that commands attention with its striking pink, cream, and green spring foliage. The unique leaf margins create a bright, colorful mosaic effect across the entire compact, shrubby canopy. As summer progresses, the pink tones soften into creamy-white highlights amidst green centers. Autumn concludes the display with glowing golden-yellow and orange tones.
Inazuma
Inazuma, translating to Lightning, is an energetic upright tree featuring deeply lobed, sharply pointed leaves of dark purple. The spring foliage emerges with incredible vigor, showcasing a deep, near-black burgundy coloration. Throughout summer, the dark leaves hold their sophisticated tone before turning brilliant crimson in the fall. Its strong branching pattern and dark beauty make it a standout specimen plant.
Indian Summer
The 'Indian Summer' Japanese Maple is a majestic Full Moon cultivar celebrated for its large, rounded leaves that provide a lush, tropical texture to the landscape. Its vibrant foliage undergoes a stunning seasonal transition, unfurling with a striking rose-peach flush in the spring before maturing into a deep green. Living up to its namesake, the canopy ignites in autumn into a brilliant blaze of fiery red, glowing orange, and vibrant yellow. This exceptional specimen tree serves as a breathtaking focal point for gardens requiring bold architectural impact and multi-season color.
Jubilee
Jubilee is a rare and refined upright cultivar noted for its exceptionally delicate, narrow-lobed green foliage and graceful branching. The spring leaves emerge in a light, cheerful green that dances effortlessly in summer breezes. As autumn cools the air, the canopy transforms into a brilliant display of glowing gold and orange hues. Its slender, upright silhouette fits wonderfully into narrow garden borders and architectural entryways.
Kamagata
Kamagata is an outstanding dwarf upright cultivar featuring small, deeply lobed leaves tightly packed onto a dense, compact framework. The spring foliage emerges with soft green tones tinged with delightful pink margins. During summer, the leaves mature into a clean, rich green before turning brilliant shades of orange and gold in autumn. Its diminutive size makes it a premier choice for Japanese bonsai styling or small courtyard gardens.