{"product_id":"hubbles-super-cork-pine-bark-japanese-maple-bonsai-acer-live-plant","title":"Hubble's Super Cork Rough Pine Bark Japanese Maple Bonsai Starter Tree - Live Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFor gardeners, collectors, and bonsai enthusiasts seeking something truly extraordinary, Acer palmatum 'Hubble's Super Cork'\u003cspan\u003e is a Japanese maple that commands attention in every season. This rare cultivar is celebrated for its remarkably thick, deeply corky bark that develops at a much younger age than many other cork bark varieties. As the tree matures, its rugged, textured trunk and branches become an incredible focal point, providing year-round visual interest long after the leaves have fallen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring spring and summer, 'Hubble's Super Cork' displays beautiful medium-green foliage that creates a lush, refined appearance. As autumn arrives, the leaves transform into brilliant shades of golden yellow, orange, and crimson, offering a spectacular seasonal display before revealing the tree's signature cork-like bark for the winter months. Whether featured as a specimen tree, showcased in a Japanese garden, or planted where its unique trunk can be admired up close, this exceptional cultivar only becomes more beautiful with age. Though a grafted tree, 'Hubble's Super Cork' is used exceptionally well as bonsai - due to the graft union becoming hidden among the corky-pine bark that begins appearing very early on. Introduced by Scott Hubble of Metro Maples in Texas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/em\u003e Deciduous ornamental tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSun Exposure: \u003c\/em\u003eFull sun to partial shade.; afternoon shade is recommended in warmer climates, while cooler regions can accommodate more direct sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/em\u003e Estimated 8-10 ft tall in 10 years; can be kept much smaller as bonsai specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/em\u003e USDA 5-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/em\u003e Well-draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatering: \u003c\/em\u003eWater consistently during establishment; once established, provide supplemental watering during extended dry spells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, \u0026amp; features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy You'll Love It: If you appreciate Japanese maples that offer beauty beyond their foliage, Acer palmatum 'Hubble's Super Cork' is an exceptional addition to your landscape. Its dramatic corky bark provides unmatched winter interest, while its graceful branching, vibrant fall color, and manageable size make it a standout specimen throughout the year. Similar to other prized bark cultivars like 'Nishiki Gawa' and 'Arakawa', this rare selection offers incredible texture that continues to improve with age, making it a favorite among collectors and bonsai enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flying Dragon Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 gallon","offer_id":48280376377562,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3708\/5402\/files\/Acer-palmatum-Hubbles-Super-Cork-2.jpg?v=1785353776","url":"https:\/\/flyingdragonnursery.com\/products\/hubbles-super-cork-pine-bark-japanese-maple-bonsai-acer-live-plant","provider":"Flying Dragon Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}