Ruslyn In The Pink Japanese Maple, Dwarf Compact Ornamental Acer Palmatum - Live Plant

Bring vibrant color and elegant texture to your garden with the Acer palmatum ‘Ruslyn in the Pink’, a rare and eye-catching Japanese maple prized for its ever-changing foliage and graceful form. This compact ornamental tree is perfect for small gardens, patios, or containers, offering four seasons of beauty in one stunning package. Introduced by Ruslyn Nursery in New York.

Key Features:

• Brilliant Spring Color: New leaves emerge in dazzling shades of rosy pink and crimson, giving this Japanese maple its charming name
• Summer Grace: As temperatures rise, foliage transitions to deep green with subtle red undertones, maintaining rich color all season
• Autumn Spectacle: In fall, leaves burst into fiery scarlet hues, creating a breathtaking display before gently dropping
• Compact Habit: With a mature height of about 6 feet in 15 years, ‘Ruslyn in the Pink’ fits beautifully into urban gardens, mixed borders, or decorative pots. Also, perfect for fairy gardens
• Distinctive Leaf Shape: Leaves have a distinct twisting/curling to each leave lobe creating a unique texture that softens hard landscapes and contrasts beautifully with evergreens or stone features.
• Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
• Sun Exposure: Prefers partial shade to filtered sunlight—protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates.
• Mature Size: 6-8 ft tall × 3-4 ft wide in 15+ years
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5-9
• Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic 
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells; avoid waterlogging. 

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)

Why Choose ‘Ruslyn in the Pink’? This cultivar stands out among Japanese maples for its intense spring flush and compact growth habit, ideal for gardeners seeking an ornamental tree without excessive maintenance. Each season brings a new expression of color and texture, making ‘Ruslyn in the Pink’ a true collector’s favorite.