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Butterfly Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'
Price comparison:
£12.99 – £495.00
From 7 UK retailers
Butterfly Japanese Maple is a ornamental tree, growing to 4m or more. Thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Valued by gardeners for being seeds for birds, autumn insect habitat.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 4.0m tall × 3.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 apr,may
Wildlife
🐝 Seeds for birds, autumn insect habitat
Compare Prices
Prices from 7 retailers across 3 pot sizes
Prices shown are for different pot sizes — compare within size groups for accurate savings
Prices last checked: 24 Oct 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size. Listings without a stated pot size are not ranked.
| Marshalls Garden | £12.99Checked 27 Oct | 9cm | View at Marshalls GardenOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Gardeners Dream | £13.99Checked 24 Oct | 9cm | View at Gardeners DreamOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Marshalls Garden
Size: 9cm
Gardeners Dream
Size: 9cm
| McLarens Nurseries Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week | £36.00Checked 27 Oct | 3L | View at McLarens NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
McLarens Nurseries
Delivers UK-wide, or collect from Uplawmoor 7 days a week
Size: 3L
| Big Plant Nursery | £495.00Checked 26 Oct | 90L | View at Big Plant NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Big Plant Nursery
Size: 90L
| Bluebell Nursery & Arboretum | £40.00Checked 26 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Bluebell Nursery & ArboretumOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Larch Cottage Nurseries Delivery charge varies | £44.99Checked 24 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Larch Cottage NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | £9.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Bluebell Nursery & Arboretum
Size: Check retailer for size
Larch Cottage Nurseries
Delivery charge varies
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Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Prices last checked: 24 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Butterfly Japanese Maple is a ornamental tree, growing to 4m or more. Thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Valued by gardeners for being seeds for birds, autumn insect habitat.
Latin Name
Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
apr,may
Mature Height
4.0m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Butterfly Japanese Maple cost in the UK?
Butterfly Japanese Maple prices in the UK range from £12.99 to £495.00 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £12.99 for a 9cm pot at Marshalls Garden. Prices are checked nightly across 7 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Butterfly Japanese Maple online in the UK?
You can buy Butterfly Japanese Maple from 7 UK nurseries including Thompson & Morgan, Marshalls Garden, Gardeners Dream. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Butterfly Japanese Maple?
The scientific name for Butterfly Japanese Maple is Acer palmatum 'Butterfly'.
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