Favorite sources for Japanese Maples and other Maples.

[tigerscott79]

Wanted to maybe start a thread of resources people find thier Maples from. I typically Google search but I know sometimes there are hidden gems among stores that do not always pop up on a search at times. Would love to see where others like to shop for maple materials or even for mother plants (if after specfic cultivar ) and then to use as cutting and airlayering or rooting material.

 

[hardtimes]

greengardenworks.com/viewcat.htm

a lot of japanese maple cultivars are grafted but brent grows his from cuttings so theres no unslightly graft mark on your maple, a lot of people who get grafted maples end up air layering them off the root stock

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ACER PALMATUM A deciduous tree of upright habit, adorned with delicate foliage of palmate leaves, each adorned with 5-7 slender tipped lobes. Emerging fresh green in spring, the foliage retains its color throughout the summer before gradually changing to brilliant golden yellow in the fall. A very

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another green maple seedling except they claim that they have closer internodes and smaller leaves than the species.

sorry all three sources are from the west coast

 

[tigerscott79]

greengardenworks.com/viewcat.htm

a lot of japanese maple cultivars are grafted but brent grows his from cuttings so theres no unslightly graft mark on your maple, a lot of people who get grafted maples end up air layering them off the root stock

Japanese Maple | Small Tree Seedling

Grow your own Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum), an airy and rugged maple from Japan!

sequoiatrees.com

cheap green maple seedling

Japanese Maple Tree Seedling - Etsy

ACER PALMATUM A deciduous tree of upright habit, adorned with delicate foliage of palmate leaves, each adorned with 5-7 slender tipped lobes. Emerging fresh green in spring, the foliage retains its color throughout the summer before gradually changing to brilliant golden yellow in the fall. A very

www.etsy.com

another green maple seedling except they claim that they have closer internodes and smaller leaves than the species.

sorry all three sources are from the west coast

No worries if they ship yea I figured the graft part so I thought to find the cultivars then airlayer or cuttings to bonsai the resulting plant. Always down to find new places and see.

 

[hardtimes]

No worries if they ship yea I figured the graft part so I thought to find the cultivars then airlayer or cuttings to bonsai the resulting plant. Always down to find new places and see.

yea they do, jonsteens and the etsy one have a whole bunch of other seedlings too, could be worth paying shipping for a few seedlings. the etsy one has species suited for bonsai only and some oddballs too

 

[19Mateo83]

Mr maple has a lots of cultivars of JM, all of them are grafted. Very occasionally they will have seedlings for sale.

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[Arbol]

Evergreen Gardenworks

Always a good place to get cutting grown, non grafted maples.

 

[Arbol]

Mr maple has a lots of cultivars of JM, all of them are grafted.

Have you ordered from them before, Mateo? If so, what was the experience like?

 

[TrevorLarsen]

@Eric Schrader has more non-grafted maples again I’m sure they won’t last long.

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[19Mateo83]

Have you ordered from them before, Mateo? If so, what was the experience like?

I have ordered from them quite a few times actually. I’ve had positive experiences with them. 99.9% of their trees are grafted unless specifically labeled as a seedling. Occasionally the trees are a little on the smaller size but they usually will tell you if they were recently up potted from liners. I have had two come in with broken branches that was caused by a third tree in the box shifting and they happily sent out a replacement so I honestly have no complaints. I do recommend reading their shipping info because they use two sizes of shipping box and it’s a flat rate for each size so read up on how many the boxes hold and maximize your shipping costs by filling your box. Also, they have good customer service if you have questions.

 

[Arbol]

I have ordered from them quite a few times actually. I’ve had positive experiences with them. 99.9% of their trees are grafted unless specifically labeled as a seedling. Occasionally the trees are a little on the smaller size but they usually will tell you if they were recently up potted from liners. I have had two come in with broken branches that was caused by a third tree in the box shifting and they happily sent out a replacement so I honestly have no complaints. I do recommend reading their shipping info because they use two sizes of shipping box and it’s a flat rate for each size so read up on how many the boxes hold and maximize your shipping costs by filling your box. Also, they have good customer service if you have questions.

Good to know! Will definitely check them out when I get confident with my air layering skills. Thank you!

 

[tigerscott79]

Good to know! Will definitely check them out when I get confident with my air layering skills. Thank you!

That's my thoughts too, especially since many cultivars are so beautiful and I think that added effect to a bonsai would be amazing . One can always use the grafted tree as mother tree and take cuttings or air or ground layers for bonsai material as they grow

 

[SouthernMaple]

Ill be opening a store in the next two to three years as I build out suitable inventory, working on a name right now. I own a side hustle pruning business and I source a lot of my material from clients cuttings from pruning jobs. Occasionally I will run into some urbandori and turn it into a mother tree.

I too can't stand how all the good material comes from the west coast and that became my motivation to start something on the east coast.

 

[Arbol]

That's my thoughts too, especially since many cultivars are so beautiful and I think that added effect to a bonsai would be amazing . One can always use the grafted tree as mother tree and take cuttings or air or ground layers for bonsai material as they grow

Definitely, I know there are a few people on here that have made cheat sheets with the different maple cultivars and how well those cultivars air layer. I'll look around and try and find it.

 

[tigerscott79]

Ill be opening a store in the next two to three years as I build out suitable inventory, working on a name right now. I own a side hustle pruning business and I source a lot of my material from clients cuttings from pruning jobs. Occasionally I will run into some urbandori and turn it into a mother tree.

I too can't stand how all the good material comes from the west coast and that became my motivation to start something on the east coast.

Keep me posted if willing definitely be awesome to have grower in this part of the country

 

[NateDyk47]

Are you looking to buy a particular cultivar, or just plain Japanese Maples?

How many are you looking to buy? If you don't need a particular cultivar and you're buying more than a couple, I'd suggest looking into farms that have bulk seedlings.

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I've bought various trees from each of these and have had good experiences. I've gotten batches of 25 trident & japanese maple for about $100. There are many other farms too, but I generally prefer ones that are local or at least have a similar climate.

 

[Tahoebonsai]

Wanted to maybe start a thread of resources people find thier Maples from. I typically Google search but I know sometimes there are hidden gems among stores that do not always pop up on a search at times. Would love to see where others like to shop for maple materials or even for mother plants (if after specfic cultivar ) and then to use as cutting and airlayering or rooting material.

Cedarrosenursery.com Dylan has some amazing maples

 

[tigerscott79]

Are you looking to buy a particular cultivar, or just plain Japanese Maples?

How many are you looking to buy? If you don't need a particular cultivar and you're buying more than a couple, I'd suggest looking into farms that have bulk seedlings.

Japanese Maple Tree, Arborvitae, Douglas Fir Tree, Balsam Fir, Pine, Oak Tree

We have over 30,000 trees to choose from. We offer sugar maple, white oak, birch tree, white pine, douglas fir, red maple, fraser fir, balsam fir, spruce tree, red oak, hardwood tree, blue spruce, apanese maple tree, dogwood tree

porkyfarm.com

Wholesale Shrub & Bare Root Tree Nursery in Michigan | Cold Stream Farm

Cold Stream Farm located in Michigan is a wholesale shrub nursery and bare root tree nursery. Click here to see what’s available and place your order today.

www.coldstreamfarm.net

Tree Nursery Co | Buy Garden Plants Affordable Online

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I've bought various trees from each of these and have had good experiences. I've gotten batches of 25 trident & japanese maple for about $100. There are many other farms too, but I generally prefer ones that are local or at least have a similar climate.

Definitely specfic cultivars . Ik many may lean to the astetics of some cultivars or typical Japanese maple but I wanted a couple different ones with their own looks leaf wise and ik being some are variegated will grow even slower but idm since it's the journey not just end result for me with the holy and bonsai. (That comment is not ment as a dig to others, but often see some post they want insta speed on growth and finish a bonsai to move on to next tree but for me I enjoy the process even if never finish it so I don't wish anyone to take my difference on the journey as a negative comment against another's journey or enjoyment) mentioned only as how I view it for myself ) I think their are so many ways to do and enjoy things we all should experience it in our own way . As for them being grafted isn't an issue for me as they can be mother plants for ones ill bonsai down the road but would ideally be 1 quart size or 1 gallon nothing bigger personally for me . I did start about 90 seeds of over 5 cultivars they were harvested from and ik they won't be true to seed other then being Japanese maple (acer palmatum, acer shirasawanum, acer japonitum(spelt that wrong I think) ) but hopefully will get couple having a neat look likewise to parent or anything in-between

 

[Arbol]

Meehan’s Miniatures - Rare, Miniature, Bonsai, and Starter Plant Materials

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Also a good source for maples as well as other trees.

 

[Applicative]

Ones I like:

Bloom river
Singtree nursery
mendocinomaples.com

I like them both for there inventory, and they are kind, helpful small growers.

 

[coltranem]

Best Places to Find Maples: Your Ultimate Resource Guide​

Starting a thread on resources for sourcing maples is a fantastic idea! There are indeed some hidden gems out there that might not show up in a simple Google search. Below, I've compiled a list of some top places to find maple trees, whether you're looking for specific cultivars, mother plants for cuttings, or rooting materials. Feel free to add your favorite spots to this thread!

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Local nurseries and garden centers are often the best place to start. They frequently have a good selection of maples and can offer valuable advice on the best varieties for your region. Some nurseries even specialize in Japanese maples or other unique cultivars.

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Specialty nurseries focus exclusively on maples and often carry a wide range of rare and exotic varieties. Here are a few notable ones:

• Mountain Maples Nursery: Known for a wide variety of Japanese maples.
• Eastfork Nursery: Specializes in grafted Japanese maples and other unique maple species.
• MrMaple: A family-run nursery with an extensive selection of maples, including rare cultivars.

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Online plant retailers can be an excellent resource for finding specific maple cultivars. They often have detailed descriptions and care instructions, making it easier to find the perfect tree for your needs. Some reputable online stores include:

• FastGrowingTrees.com: Offers a variety of maples with a satisfaction guarantee.
• NatureHills.com: A comprehensive selection of maples, including rare and unique varieties.
• PlantingTree.com: Focuses on high-quality trees and shrubs, including a good selection of maples.

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Joining a maple society or participating in plant exchanges can be a great way to connect with other enthusiasts and find unique varieties. The Maple Society, for example, often has members who are willing to share cuttings, seeds, or air-layered plants.

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Many botanical gardens and arboretums have plant sales or exchanges where you can find a variety of maples. They may also have knowledgeable staff who can provide tips on propagation and care.

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Local farmers' markets and plant fairs are excellent places to discover unique plants, including maples. Vendors at these events often bring specialty items that you won't find in standard garden centers.

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Social media groups and online forums dedicated to gardening and plant enthusiasts can be treasure troves of information and resources. Platforms like Facebook, Reddit, and gardening-specific forums often have active communities where members share their favorite sources and tips for finding rare plants.

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Don't overlook the possibility of sourcing maples from fellow gardeners. Many enthusiasts are happy to share cuttings, seeds, or even entire plants. Networking within your local gardening community can lead to discovering new and rare varieties.

Tips for Successful Sourcing:​

• Check Reviews: Before purchasing from a new retailer, check online reviews to ensure they have a good reputation.
• Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask the seller about the plant’s origin, care instructions, and any specific needs.
• Inspect Plants: If buying in person, inspect the plants for signs of disease or pests.
• Shipping Considerations: When buying online, consider the shipping time and how the plants will be packaged to avoid damage.

By exploring these resources, you're sure to find the perfect maples for your garden or propagation projects. Feel free to share your favorite sources and any unique finds in this thread!

All the places you list will be grafted. Some will be easier to airlayer that others. For ungrafted Evergreen Gardenworks is a great place.