Acer pictum ‘Naguri Nishiki’ – Batwing Japanese Maple | Cream & Green Foliage

Short Description

Acer pictum ‘Naguri Nishiki’ is a rare variegated Japanese maple featuring green leaves splashed with creamy white and soft pink tones. Its unique marbled foliage and refined growth habit make it a standout specimen for collectors and gardens alike.

Full Description

The Acer pictum ‘Naguri Nishiki’ is an exceptional and highly sought-after variegated Japanese maple known for its striking, irregular leaf variegation. Each leaf displays a unique blend of rich green, creamy white, and occasional soft pink tones, creating a beautifully marbled effect that adds brightness and contrast to the landscape.

This variety develops into a graceful small tree with a rounded to slightly upright habit, making it ideal for specimen planting, garden focal points, or collector landscapes. Its foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season, with the variegation holding well when protected from harsh afternoon sun.

In fall, the leaves may transition to soft shades of yellow, gold, and light orange, extending its ornamental appeal into the later season. Due to its unique coloration and rarity, ‘Naguri Nishiki’ is especially prized by collectors looking for something truly distinctive.

Best grown in partial shade with well-drained soil, this maple benefits from protection against intense sun and wind to preserve its delicate variegation. Its artistic foliage, manageable size, and elegant form make it a standout addition to any refined garden space.

Key Features

• Green leaves with creamy white and pink variegation
• Unique marbled foliage pattern—no two leaves alike
• Compact, small tree with refined growth habit
• Attractive fall color in yellow and gold tones
• Rare and highly collectible Japanese maple

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Acer pictum ‘Naguri Nishiki’
Plant Type: Deciduous Ornamental Tree
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Sun (protect from harsh afternoon sun)
Mature Height: 10–15 ft
Mature Width: 8–12 ft
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–8
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

Looking for Acer pictum ‘Naguri Nishiki’ for sale? This variegated Japanese maple features cream, green, and pink marbled foliage, compact growth, and collector appeal, making it a perfect specimen tree for unique landscapes.