{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-350cm-96cm-pot-10216484","title":"Acer palmatum 350cm 96cm Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcer palmatum, commonly known as Japanese maple, is a highly prized deciduous tree celebrated for its delicate, deeply lobed leaves and elegant form. This particular specimen, supplied at 350cm height in a 96cm pot, offers excellent presence and maturity for retail or commercial environments. Acer palmatum performs reliably within wholesale plant supply due to its stable growth characteristics and adaptability to container production, making it a favoured choice in trade houseplants and garden centre ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe foliage of Acer palmatum is notable for its vibrant colour, which typically transitions from striking reds and oranges in spring and autumn to fresh green tones throughout the growing season. The leaf texture is fine and intricately cut, lending an attractive and airy visual appeal. This tree develops a graceful, multi-stemmed growth habit with a broadly spreading crown, creating an architectural yet delicate silhouette. Acer palmatum tolerates partial sun and shade well, demonstrating adaptability to light variations including filtered indoor sunlight. Its watering tolerance is moderate; while it prefers consistent moisture, it can withstand brief periods of dryness without significant stress. Maintenance is straightforward, involving occasional pruning to maintain shape, making it easy to handle and present in retail settings. Furthermore, its ornamental bark and seasonal colour changes add merchandising appeal through multiple display periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Trade Buyers Choose This Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrade buyers value Acer palmatum for its commercial reliability, with consistent growth performance and health across production batches. Natural variation, particularly in foliage colour intensity and shape, is controlled to provide uniformity while retaining the species’ character. Its versatility allows it to be marketed effectively within garden centres, interiorscape projects, and retail environments, contributing to year-round interest. The ongoing popularity of Japanese maple in landscape and interior design ensures sustained demand within core trade houseplant ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Retail Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcer palmatum is well-suited for retail displays such as garden centre focal points, premium houseplant benches, and gift-ready tree collections. In office or commercial interiors, it provides a statement feature plant, benefitting from its manageable size and refined structural form. These settings offer the variable light and humidity conditions in which Acer palmatum thrives, avoiding extremes. Its ornamental qualities, especially seasonal leaf colour changes, support its role in seasonal retail promotions and year-round interior planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Retail Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shelf life of Acer palmatum in retail conditions is generally good, provided appropriate watering and light are maintained. It is suitable for volume supply due to its stable container growth and established production protocols ensuring uniformity. Handling and transport require moderate care because the delicate branches can be prone to minor damage but are resilient enough for standard logistics procedures. Consistency of presentation at point of sale is achievable with proper stock management, aiding trade houseplants retailers in meeting customer expectations efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrade Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcer palmatum requires moderate care, with straightforward watering and occasional pruning suitable for retail and commercial maintenance regimes.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe species tolerates mixed indoor lighting well, making it adaptable to various indoor environments including offices and garden centres.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough preferring consistent moisture, Acer palmatum shows resilience to occasional watering variability without significant decline.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts growth habit is compact and beautifully structured, supporting efficient merchandising and enhancing display appeal.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercially, it fits well within retail, interiorscape, and wholesale plant supply due to its aesthetic versatility and market demand.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling and transport demand cautious packaging to protect delicate foliage and branches but remain practical for standard wholesale logistics.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled natural variation in leaf colour and form ensures a balance between uniformity for trade buyers and ornamental interest for consumers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIP","offers":[{"title":"96cm Pot \/ 350cm","offer_id":57258824335686,"sku":"10216484-350cm-96cm-ap-28","price":1616.03,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/8195\/2582\/files\/E7D663FE240E46A62A37BB3942C69B4DFB59A24CD84956F9963CEFC4245FDCF0_6c4fd648-966f-4bfb-b475-437128cc433a.jpg?v=1789186468","url":"https:\/\/wholesaleplantshop.co.uk\/products\/acer-palmatum-350cm-96cm-pot-10216484","provider":"Wholesale Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}