With their cold-hardy nature, Japanese maple trees are an excellent addition to any Main Line garden design. Landscaping ideas that incorporate Japanese maple trees are nearly endless, as these plants make an excellent focal point for formal and informal gardens alike.
There are basically two types of Japanese maple trees: upright and weeping. Among the most popular weeping variety is a red specimen known as Crimson Queen. Providing purplish-red foliage, it can be an excellent choice for along a fence row or as part of a wildlife habitat.
Crimson Queen Japanese maple
Viridis is another weeping variety that sports brilliant green leaves. It could be ideal near water features such as a garden pond. This Japanese maple could also be planted in rows to form a hedge or planted along with evergreen shrubs near the entrance to your home.
In areas of limited space, coral bark maple might be a better choice. This upright variety has pink and green leaves that turn a deep yellow in the fall. Surrounded by smaller shrubs or brilliant annuals, it could create an interesting garden area, especially if you’re into mixed border gardens.
At Aardweg Landscaping, we plant Japanese maple trees in homes located in Haverford, Radnor, Paoli, Malvern, Media, Merion, and Narberth. Visit our website or Houzz to get landscaping ideas and view some of the work we have performed in the past. With more than 35 years of experience, you can rely on us to meet all your garden design needs. Contact us for a consultation today by calling 610-355-0703.
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