La Diabla Acer Palmatum Rare Japanese Maple Tree - Live Plant

Unleash bold, dramatic color in your garden with the Acer palmatum ‘La Diabla’ — a stunning new Japanese maple cultivar known for its bright, fiery foliage, compact size, and elegant structure. With a name that translates to “The Devil Woman”, this beauty lives up to its reputation with intense color and a spirited presence in any landscape. A newer, hard-to-find cultivar that stands out from traditional red maples.

Key Features: 

• Spring: Leaves emerge bright orange-red then transition to a yellow-green center resembling a fire-like coloration on the leaves
• Summer: Foliage turns a shade of nice bright green even in high heat (with adequate water)
• Fall: Leaves intensify to a glowing red-orange before dropping, offering a spectacular autumn display
• Winter: Graceful branch structure adds subtle interest even after leaf drop
• Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade (best color in dappled sun)
• Mature Size: 8-10 ft tall x 4-6 ft wide in 10 years
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5-9 
• Soil Preference: Moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil 
• Watering: Moderate; avoid letting soil dry out completely 

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)

If you're looking for a tree that combines rare beauty with compact practicality, ‘La Diabla’ Japanese maple is your perfect match. Its striking red foliage and easy-to-grow nature make it an unforgettable addition to any landscape.