Peve Multicolor Japanese Maple

Peve Multicolor Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Peve Multicolor')

Peve Multicolor Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Peve Multicolor') is a compact, upright variegated selection with pink and cream splashes over green leaves in spring, soft marbling through summer, and warm orange to red tones in fall; its tidy form and high contrast foliage deliver close up interest for entries, borders, and containers.

Distinctive Features

'Peve Multicolor' shows irregular pink, white, and green variegation strongest on new growth, with layered branching that highlights the pattern and a reliable autumn display; color clarity improves with morning sun and afternoon shade.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Morning sun to partial shade; protect from hot afternoon sun to preserve variegation.
• Soil: Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Maintain even moisture; avoid drought and waterlogged conditions.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8.
• Mature Size: 8 to 10 ft tall, 4 to 6 ft wide, slow to moderate growth.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: High contrast foliage creates instant visual impact.
• Containers: Excellent in large decorative pots for close viewing.
• Entry Gardens: Brightens paths and patios with multi season color.
• Mixed Borders: Contrasts with dark conifers and broadleaf evergreens.
• Shade Gardens: Lights up filtered light beneath taller trees.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deep soak during dry spells to keep soil consistently moist.
• Pruning: Light structural pruning in late winter; promptly remove any all green reversions.
• Fertilizing: Apply a light, balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring.
• Mulching: 2 to 3 inches over the root zone to conserve moisture and regulate temperature; keep mulch off the trunk.
• Notes: Provide airflow and afternoon shade to minimize leaf scorch; generally pest and disease resistant in well drained soil.

Why Choose Peve Multicolor Japanese Maple?

• Striking Variegation: Pink and cream splashes rare among maples.
• Manageable Size: Fits residential landscapes and patio containers.
• Seasonal Interest: Spring brightness, summer patterning, and vivid fall tones.
• Close Up Appeal: Layered branching and marbled leaves reward near viewing.
• Design Impact: Bold accent that elevates simple plantings.

For the clearest variegation and best vigor, site in morning sun with afternoon shade and maintain steady, well drained soil moisture.