Acer shirasawanum 'Aureum'

Lovely full moon maple with a similar habit to that of Acer circinnatum, the vine maple, but more tolerant of sun -- all but full afternoon sun -- with delicate golden leaves that tint orange then become vibrant orange in autumn, the tree growing to 8-10 ft in time. Decent drainage and regular summer water for best appearance. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.

Of the varieties of this large shrub/small tree, one of the "most compelling in the composition of the garden picture is 'Aureum' the leaves of which are a pale golden yellow throughout the season." (Barber ; Phillips). Sun-PSh/Med

One of the most prized of the ''Japanese'' maples, but one of the hardest to get. Somewhat difficult to propagate, it grows slowly and burns in the sun because of the golden foliage, but worth the trouble in a filtered-sun location.

Golden Full Moon Maple is a classic slow growing form of Japanese Maple that needs a partial to quite shady location in the garden. The glowing chartreuse leaves are distinctively rounded with 9-13 lobes. It will ultimately form a rounded specimen 20' in height and 12-15' in width. 3' plants for spring shipping.

A nice specimen of the Golden Full Moon Maple can seem to levitate in the garden with its glowing golden green leaves. 15 ft t & w. Protect from hot sun.

This gorgeous maple has golden foliage all summer. In the fall the leaf is even more beautiful having yellow leaves with red margins. Large sizes available up to 8' at nursery only.