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Tamukeyama Japanese Maple

Tamukeyama Japanese Maple

$99.95
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Please Note: This product can not be shipped to AZ, OR
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Tamukeyama Japanese Maple Treebute

If you want a Japanese Maple that keeps its color and structure without fuss, Tamukeyama is a classic that earns its reputation. With over 300 years of cultivation behind it, this variety delivers finely cut, deep red foliage that holds strong from spring through fall. Its graceful, cascading branches form a broad, dome-like shape that adds instant character to any space.

Growing wider than tall, Tamukeyama creates a layered, sculptural look—perfect for anchoring garden beds or softening hard edges. It adapts well to different soil types and thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it a reliable choice for a range of landscapes.

Why You'll Love the Tamukeyama Japanese Maple

  • Season-long color: Rich red foliage that holds well through heat and into fall
  • Classic weeping form: Low, spreading canopy with elegant, cascading branches
  • Cold hardy: Handles colder climates better than many laceleaf maples
  • Low maintenance: Easy to grow once established with minimal pruning needed
  • Versatile placement: Works beautifully in garden beds, borders, or as a focal point
  • Container-friendly: Ideal for large pots on patios or entryways
  • Four-season interest: Colorful foliage, striking branching, and winter silhouette

Whether planted as a standalone feature or paired with evergreens and stone, Tamukeyama brings steady color and timeless structure—like a living piece of garden architecture that only gets better with age.

Plant Specifications:

Botanical Name:
Acer palmatum 'Tamukeyama'
Growth Rate Value:
Moderate
Mature Height Value:
6-8 ft.
Mature Width Value:
8-12 ft.
Sunlight Value:
Part Sun
Does Not Ship To:
AZ, OR
Growing Zones:
5-8 outdoors

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The kit includes simple instructions to care for your tree until planting time. Many customers plant on significant dates: a birthday, an anniversary, or simply when the acute grief lifts a little. The tree waits for them.

Can I plant ashes without any special soil treatment?

We strongly advise against it and doing so will void the Warranty. Planting cremation ashes directly with a tree, without proper treatment, can stress or even kill the plant. The high sodium and pH levels create conditions that are hostile to root development. If you want your memorial tree to thrive for years to come, using the Treebute Organic Soil Blend is essential when incorporating ashes.

What makes Treebute different from other memorial tree options?

Treebute is designed to be planted at home, in your own yard, patio, or indoor space. Unlike distant memorial forests where a tree is planted somewhere you may never visit, a Treebute grows right where you can see it. It becomes a gentle, living presence in your daily life. Every kit includes a healthy tree of your choice, clear planting and care instructions, and the option to add scientifically formulated soil for safe ash incorporation. And our team understands that every memorial is deeply personal.