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Japanese Maple

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Japanese Maple
What is Japanese Maple?

Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is a popular ornamental tree known for its stunning foliage, unique leaf shapes, and graceful form. It is widely cultivated in the United States for landscaping and garden design.

Treendly Index Treendly Forecast Google YouTube
MOM: +192.39%
How much search volume does it get?
Google searches
135K/mo
Who is interested in this?
Gender
Female
68%
Male
18%
Unspecified
14%
Age
18-24
13%
25-34
32%
35-44
26%
45-49
8%
50-54
7%
55-64
9%
65+
5%

Is Japanese Maple trending?

Yes. Japanese Maple growing with a month-over-month change of 0.47% over the past 5 years, with approximately 135,000 monthly searches.

This is a seasonal trend that peaks every April. The seasonal demand is forecasted to decline over the next year.


Why is Japanese Maple trending?

1
Aesthetic Appeal
Japanese Maples are prized for their beautiful, vibrant leaves that change color with the seasons, providing year-round visual interest in gardens and landscapes.
2
Variety of Cultivars
There are numerous cultivars of Japanese Maple, each with unique leaf shapes, sizes, and colors, allowing gardeners to choose varieties that best fit their aesthetic preferences and garden designs.
3
Adaptability
Japanese Maples are adaptable to various soil types and can thrive in different climates, making them suitable for a wide range of locations across the US.
4
Low Maintenance
Once established, Japanese Maples require minimal maintenance, making them an attractive option for homeowners and landscapers looking for beautiful yet easy-to-care-for plants.
5
Cultural Significance
Japanese Maples hold cultural significance in Japanese gardens, symbolizing peace and tranquility, which resonates with many people seeking to create serene outdoor spaces.
6
Increased Interest in Gardening
The growing trend of home gardening and landscaping has led to increased interest in ornamental plants like Japanese Maples, as more people seek to enhance their outdoor environments.

What are people saying?

45 threads
AI Insights Positive sentiment
Discussions about Japanese maples primarily revolve around gardening, their aesthetic appeal, and practical considerations for planting and maintaining them. Participants share experiences, recommendations, and insights related to Japanese maples in various contexts, including gardening and landscaping.
Gardening Experiences
Many users share their personal experiences with growing and grafting Japanese maples, highlighting their beauty and the joy of gardening.
Aesthetic Appeal
Participants discuss the visual appeal of Japanese maples, including their vibrant colors and unique structures, making them popular choices for landscaping.
Practical Advice
Forum members provide practical advice on planting and caring for Japanese maples, including suitable conditions and maintenance tips.
Community Engagement
Users engage in discussions about local nurseries and the popularity of Japanese maples in their areas, fostering a sense of community among gardeners.
Cultural Significance
Some discussions touch on the cultural significance of Japanese maples, including their symbolism and role in traditional Japanese gardens.
Common questions
  • What are the best conditions for growing Japanese maples?
  • How do I care for my Japanese maple during winter?
  • What are the different varieties of Japanese maples?
  • Can Japanese maples be grown in pots?
  • What common pests affect Japanese maples?
Pain points
  • Challenges with winter care for Japanese maples.
  • Concerns about pests damaging the trees.
  • Difficulty in choosing the right variety for specific climates.
  • Issues with growth stunting or poor health in some specimens.
  • Frustration over crowded nurseries and limited stock availability.
r/landscaping
Did they trim my Japanese maple too much? Before & after pics
Just had my laceleaf Japanese maple trimmed and I’m not sure if they went too far with it. The “before” photo was very full and low to the ground, and now after trimming it’s raised up a lot and looks much thinner underneath. I know these trees can handle pruning, but I’m worried they may have removed too much canopy at once or changed the shape too aggressively. Will it fill back in over time, or did they overdo it? Would appreciate opinions from anyone experienced with Japanese maples or ornamental tree pruning. submitted by /u/Therealbrie to r/landscaping [link] [comments]
Therealbrie · May 6, 2026
r/arborists
Have a very large Japanese maple, looking for advice.
Hi arborists, looking for some guidance here, we bought this place in 2019 and it had some pre existing landscaping. All of it very poorly maintained. Not to say I’m the greenest thumb out there, but I do what I can. That said, this thing is huge, probably 10-12’ diameter, a big lad. My wife would like to get rid of it, I don’t want to do that if it’s a capital sin. I want to know what the prospects of transplanting it would be, and how we can best maintain or cut it back. Essentially it blocks off a lot of the house view to the street and it’s a little too in the way at this point. Anyhow I’m rambling, any thoughts here arborists? submitted by /u/blakemaurer to r/arborists [link] [comments]
blakemaurer · Apr 29, 2026
r/lego
Grandma finished her Japanese Maple Tree
My grandmother has been around myself and her 2 great grandkids and decided she wanted to try one and she’s always loved Bonsai-like trees but think she’d kill a real one, so this was the next best thing. She kept putting it off but with some pushing she finished it and she’s absolutely loving it! She stood and admired it for 3 straight minutes when finished and I love her joy! This has been a fun watching her with only minor help (She had some issues with the bases corners). She now looks to it on her coffee table and smiles and will be here centerpiece for thanksgiving! submitted by /u/PrinceGK to r/lego [link] [comments]
PrinceGK · Nov 13, 2025
r/marijuanaenthusiasts
I really love the color this Japanese maple in my yard turns in the fall.
submitted by /u/poorkay to r/marijuanaenthusiasts [link] [comments]
poorkay · Nov 5, 2025
r/lego
The Japanese Maple Tree is amazing
submitted by /u/Beginning_Addendum61 to r/lego [link] [comments]
Beginning_Addendum61 · Jun 15, 2025
r/landscaping
$15K for a Japanese Maple - Is this wishful thinking or people pay this kind of money?
Saw this on facebook marketplace for a 26 year old Japanese Maple. Will it really sell for over $10,000? I’m very curious. submitted by /u/anshulchoudhary to r/landscaping [link] [comments]
anshulchoudhary · May 12, 2025
All threads (45)
Thread Source Author Date
RE:Mutant Madness?
It looks like a bonzai Japanese maple
overgrow.com Hounddawg Jun 5, 2026
RE:Be Our Guest restaurant for dinner - skip?
japanese maple said: We are looking to ...
www.disboards.com BrianL Jun 4, 2026
RE:Walk from Grand Floridian to TTC?
japanese maple said: I don't love staying in MK area is that you can only take monorail to Epcot! Have you considered WL? Should be bus to Epcot (pretty sure)
www.disboards.com sam_gordon Jun 4, 2026
RE:Polynesian vs. Grand Floridian?
... only $30 per day difference. japanese maple said: I don't know but...
www.disboards.com Dave006 Jun 4, 2026
LEGO Botanical Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree DIY Set 10348 - Free Collection
... balance with the LEGO Botanicals Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree building set... home with the LEGO Botanicals Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree (10348) building... and vibrance of real red maple bonsai trees, this LEGO plant... of peace and balance, red maple bonsai trees are believed to...
www.hotukdeals.com BA_JIU Jun 3, 2026
RE:Magic Kingdom resort boat route?
japanese maple said: Thanks! So staying at GF, most often expect to get picked up, go to Poly, then MK. And on way back be dropped first. Sounds good!
www.disboards.com Sweettears Jun 3, 2026
RE:Magic Kingdom resort boat route?
japanese maple said: Thanks! So staying at GF, most often expect to get picked up, go to Poly, then MK. And on way back be dropped first. Sounds good!
www.disboards.com Sweettears Jun 3, 2026
RE:Please need opinions!!! Choose between these 3 hotels
japanese maple said: Polynesian (deluxe nights, great hotel, boat/monorail/walk, but lots of crowds in lobby/bar area) There are other bars on the monorail loop that might mitigate 'crowd' feeling
www.disboards.com Mouse Tracker Jun 1, 2026
RE:2026 Lawn and Garden Thread
...... (original post) Planted some new Japanese maples today A large Tamukeyama... garden. I've been growing/grafting Japanese maples for more than 30.... It's also called 'Floating Cloud' Japanese Maple: Ikandi is one of my...
247sports.com Practically Feral Jun 1, 2026
RE:The 2025 VViles Thread <3 Doi!!1!!
... the upper branches of my Japanese maple, since they're blocking the view ...
slickdeals.net Frogstar Jun 1, 2026
RE:DisneyPeaks - Duckburg Heights
... called “Tailfeather Terrace,” lined with maple and Japanese zelkova trees. Directional signs point...
forums.wdwmagic.com D Hulk May 31, 2026
RE:General use Gardening thread
Nice man we have an absolute butt load of Japanese maple in my area…a former well known football coach from the local team started up a nursery with them on hundreds of acres and people buy and plant them regularly. Love the purps and overall structure
overgrow.com Headies12green May 31, 2026
RE:A Screwed Up Spring
... the snow. Also my red Japanese maple. The garlic came up well...
www.timebomb2000.com S May 30, 2026
RE:Stsrting my third grow, Gaby Cuts. AJ Philly Sour, UK Cheese and GMO Skunkmasterflex
... Vege amendments during veg and Japanese maple Amendment during flower. I also...
rollitup.org PhillyKratom May 29, 2026
RE:Royal Caribbean Cruisers -- How Are Things Where You Are? (was "Routine" ​ 😁 ​day in lockdown... how was yours?)
Owen was off to his girlfriend’s prom tonight. She came to our place first for photos and then Lisa dropped them both off at a friend’s house.    We have a late pickup tonight to get them both.    Thought you’d like to see a few photos.          The Japanese Maple in the background was a wedding gift from a neighbour.        Lucy was busy overseeing everything.   
boards.cruisecritic.com A&L_Ont May 28, 2026
Re: Costco at Hiroshima
... supplies, cheese bagels, sushi, and maple syrup. I think there's very ... drugstore. My impression is that Japanese customers go to Costco for ...
www.tripadvisor.com Bargainhunter May 27, 2026
RE:The Sport of Weather-Spring Forward
We had 2" in MHC from friday to Sunday. Good timing since I seeded some thin spots and planted another Japanese maple and some more shrubs.
247sports.com ABCDFan May 26, 2026
RE:çiçek yetiştiren erkek
disiplinlidir... japanese maple japanese maple rhododendron 'catawbiense album' rhododendron 'catawbiense album' rosy lights azalias 'northern' rosy lights azalias 'northern'
eksisozluk.com davazii May 23, 2026
RE:Tree by Aya Kōda
... spruce, hinoki, cherry blossoms. Persimmon, maple, cypress. The trees of Japan..., Tree is written in a Japanese genre called zuihitsu which means ‘...
forum.mobilism.org dankster May 23, 2026
I'm tired just thinking of working on our lower 5 square meters
Right now we are on hold while the building painters do the panels between our unit and the balcony. My wife has plans. I have purchase 2 raised planters. One will be for herbs. I have a giant sequoia to repot and I want a japanese maple. The rest is up to her.
www.democraticunderground.com Old Crank May 23, 2026
RE:[Massive edit] Fixing typos and other errors in species=* for trees
... #4 Source Correction Count species=Maple Norway species=Acer platanoides + ...species=Cerasus × yedoensis 1556 species=Maple - Silver species=Acer saccharinum... rubrum + species:en=Maple Red 1021 species=Maple Freeman species=Acer × ... species=Sorbus × thuringiaca 788 species=Maple Sugar species=Acer saccharum + species...=Mulberry White 124 species=Lilac Japanese species=Syringa reticulata + species:en...
community.openstreetmap.org Zkir May 22, 2026
> Sakura DLC is Live + Buyers 2.0 Update & FAQ!
...DLC House Flipper 2 in Japanese style is now available 🌸...- Akamatsu Valley - the Japanese valley environment of your dreams, ...primary school - 5 characteristic Japanese houses to renovate - 🤝 ...😉 - Round windows with japanese muntin bars - Japanese food sets - sushi...green bamboo - 🤝 8 japanese patterns - 🤝 Tatami tiles ...(press V to randomize!) - Japanese maple, Japanese quince, Spider lily and Creeping ...
steamcommunity.com Kiki ❤ May 21, 2026
RE:Hows the Weather there??
It is a delightful late Summer day today. I say Summer because the leaves on the Japanese maple are still green and still on the branches. I should leave the laptop and go outside this very minute. Bye...
goff22.proboards.com Warrigal May 21, 2026
Did they trim my Japanese maple too much? Before & after pics
Just had my laceleaf Japanese maple trimmed and I’m not sure if they went too far with it. The “before” photo was very full and low to the ground, and now after trimming it’s raised up a lot and looks much thinner underneath. I know these trees can handle pruning, but I’m worried they may have removed too much canopy at once or changed the shape too aggressively. Will it fill back in over time, or did they overdo it? Would appreciate opinions from anyone experienced with Japanese maples or ornamental tree pruning. submitted by /u/Therealbrie to r/landscaping [link] [comments]
r/landscaping Therealbrie May 6, 2026
Have a very large Japanese maple, looking for advice.
Hi arborists, looking for some guidance here, we bought this place in 2019 and it had some pre existing landscaping. All of it very poorly maintained. Not to say I’m the greenest thumb out there, but I do what I can. That said, this thing is huge, probably 10-12’ diameter, a big lad. My wife would like to get rid of it, I don’t want to do that if it’s a capital sin. I want to know what the prospects of transplanting it would be, and how we can best maintain or cut it back. Essentially it blocks off a lot of the house view to the street and it’s a little too in the way at this point. Anyhow I’m rambling, any thoughts here arborists? submitted by /u/blakemaurer to r/arborists [link] [comments]
r/arborists blakemaurer Apr 29, 2026
Grandma finished her Japanese Maple Tree
My grandmother has been around myself and her 2 great grandkids and decided she wanted to try one and she’s always loved Bonsai-like trees but think she’d kill a real one, so this was the next best thing. She kept putting it off but with some pushing she finished it and she’s absolutely loving it! She stood and admired it for 3 straight minutes when finished and I love her joy! This has been a fun watching her with only minor help (She had some issues with the bases corners). She now looks to it on her coffee table and smiles and will be here centerpiece for thanksgiving! submitted by /u/PrinceGK to r/lego [link] [comments]
r/lego PrinceGK Nov 13, 2025
I really love the color this Japanese maple in my yard turns in the fall.
submitted by /u/poorkay to r/marijuanaenthusiasts [link] [comments]
r/marijuanaenthusiasts poorkay Nov 5, 2025
The Japanese Maple Tree is amazing
submitted by /u/Beginning_Addendum61 to r/lego [link] [comments]
r/lego Beginning_Addendum61 Jun 15, 2025
$15K for a Japanese Maple - Is this wishful thinking or people pay this kind of money?
Saw this on facebook marketplace for a 26 year old Japanese Maple. Will it really sell for over $10,000? I’m very curious. submitted by /u/anshulchoudhary to r/landscaping [link] [comments]
r/landscaping anshulchoudhary May 12, 2025
Japanese maple died it's 2nd winter. It was about 7ft tall and I chopped it down to it's highest living new height of 8 inches. Do I leave it in the ground or dig it up?
I can put another tree here but first I'm trying to make lemonade with the lemons I've been dealt. Not sure how I should proceed with this (now) bonsai. Keep it in the ground (but for how long) or dig it up and pot it? submitted by /u/mrsirsouth to r/Bonsai [link] [comments]
r/Bonsai mrsirsouth May 3, 2025
Why I love Japanese Maples…
Some of, but not all of my collection. submitted by /u/Honest_Associate_994 to r/JapaneseMaples [link] [comments]
r/JapaneseMaples Honest_Associate_994 Apr 20, 2025
This Japanese maple
submitted by /u/Alaric_Darconville to r/oddlysatisfying [link] [comments]
r/oddlysatisfying Alaric_Darconville Apr 15, 2025
Japanese maple got butchered. Is there any hope for it?
My sister had a family friend come over to do a bunch of yard work. This is what he did to the Japanese maple and she is absolutely distraught. A lot of other things were discussed but doing this was absolutely not. No clue what he was thinking, my sister is in tears and so upset and he is just saying that it will grow back. Do you think it ever will? I feel so bad. It definitely needed a trim but he absolutely butchered it. I don’t have a before picture from today but found one from Google maps from this year to give you an idea submitted by /u/shockdoctrine to r/arborists [link] [comments]
r/arborists shockdoctrine Sep 4, 2024
10 people said its cannabis, im saying its japanese maple, whos right
submitted by /u/p8ai to r/whatsthisplant [link] [comments]
r/whatsthisplant p8ai Jul 28, 2024
I hate Japanese Maples and I'm going to rant about it
Probably unpopular opinion and very ranty, but... I don't understand the love for Japanese Maples. They're an ecologically useless, non-native tree that is planted by the billions. They can look decent, but I've never been struck by the beauty of one. So many of us advocate for ecologically important natives, but I feel like I'm the only Japanese Maple hater. Seems like everyone just turns a blind eye to them. I roll my eyes at every single one of the thousand Japanese Maple posts I see daily. I just don't get it. I feel the same about foreign ornamental cherries, Kousa Dogwoods and crabapples too. Someone just explain it to me. Why is everyone in the world just absolutely clamoring to get their hands on a Japanese Maple?! Plant a plum, a serviceberry, a native crabapple, SOMETHING other than YET ANOTHER red Japanese Maple. Am I alone?! I know I need to calm tf down lol submitted by /u/Glispie to r/marijuanaenthusiasts [link] [comments]
r/marijuanaenthusiasts Glispie May 31, 2024
Neighbor put in a new fence and cut down two of my trees as well as ripped out the plants surrounding it in the process. One was a 15-17 ft dogwood, the other was a 4ft dwarf Japanese maple. How to proceed? Surveyor confirmed it was my land. Several hydrangeas and hostas gone too. Livid.
submitted by /u/froggedup212 to r/treelaw [link] [comments]
r/treelaw froggedup212 Apr 25, 2024
What type of Japanese maple is this?
So I’m considering removing this tree. It’s beautiful but I’ve had it trimmed twice in the last 7 years but it just takes up the entirety of our house. I’ve been told it’s worth a lot if I had a buyer. Talked to 1 tree farm nearby and said 25k+ but wouldn’t buy it unless they had a buyer lined up as the digging out process is very labor intensive. So. Thoughts? Best way to sell or get rid or it or am I crazy? submitted by /u/Burrito2525 to r/arborists [link] [comments]
r/arborists Burrito2525 Aug 29, 2023
Thinking about removing this Japanese maple
As title says. Previous owners told me they moved it around a few times and it’s worth “thousands of dollars”. My understanding is that at this point I won’t be able to relocate it again. It is large and blocks our view of the yard and surrounding woods. My thought is to put a fire pit in its place. My family would enjoy sitting around a fire more and we’d have a better view of the expand of our yard. Am I crazy? Is this really a special tree? submitted by /u/whysayitagain to r/arborists [link] [comments]
r/arborists whysayitagain Aug 27, 2023
What's wrong with my Japanese maple?
Anybody know what's going on with my Japanese maple that was planned a year ago? It seems to only be sprouting leaves from the bottom half. Other trees in the neighborhood have leaves all over already. Is it going to make it? Thanks! submitted by /u/ZeroUnityInfinity to r/arborists [link] [comments]
r/arborists ZeroUnityInfinity May 21, 2023
What to do with this Japanese Maple against the house?
I bought this house a couple of years ago and it has this beautiful Japanese Maple tree which unfortunately has overgrown it's space. I've only trimmed a little bit in fear of accidentally taking too much off, but it still pokes out over the sidewalk and hits the house. I'm also somewhat worried about the roots damaging the foundation of the garage which is less than 2 feet away. I'm looking for suggestions on the best course of action, since I like the tree and so does everyone that sees it, but I'm starting to get tired of having to lean out of the way every time I enter or exit the front door. submitted by /u/presidentofmax to r/landscaping [link] [comments]
r/landscaping presidentofmax May 1, 2023
Why Japanese maples don't belong in gardens outside of East Asia! help repost this PSA
submitted by /u/PLANT_NATIVE_TREES to r/NativePlantGardening [link] [comments]
r/NativePlantGardening PLANT_NATIVE_TREES Apr 1, 2023
In The Ring (2002) the tree with fiery red leaves is a Japanese maple. The fruit that this tree produces is called a samara. The name of the movie’s antagonist is Samara Morgan.
submitted by /u/Str33twise84 to r/MovieDetails [link] [comments]
r/MovieDetails Str33twise84 Sep 29, 2021
Japanese maple tree. Portland, OR [OC] [2160x2700]
submitted by /u/Jay-Moore to r/EarthPorn [link] [comments]
r/EarthPorn Jay-Moore Jun 25, 2020
I bought a Japanese Maple today, and chopped it off. Did I screw up?
submitted by /u/Harvey_Macallan to r/Bonsai [link] [comments]
r/Bonsai Harvey_Macallan Jun 23, 2019
Japanese maple making a Japanese flag in my front yard
submitted by /u/MooseKingdom to r/mildlyinteresting [link] [comments]
r/mildlyinteresting MooseKingdom Nov 9, 2018

Where in the world is this trending?

"Japanese Maple" originated in Germany and spread to 1 country over ~31 months.

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Germany Apr 2023
~30 months later
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Japan Oct 2025