{"product_id":"chuguji-japanese-maple-acer-palmatum-chuguji","title":"Chuguji Japanese Maple - Acer palmatum 'Chuguji'","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Rubik, sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.4em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eChuguji Japanese Maple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Chuguji' is an extremely rare Japanese maple selection from Japan, prized for its large distinctive leaves with vivid red tipping in early spring and a brilliant fiery red autumn display. Forming a small to mid-sized tree of 6–8 feet in height and width over 10 years, it offers exceptional seasonal interest and is a true collector's find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eGrowth Form \u0026amp; Habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Chuguji' develops into a well-proportioned small to mid-sized tree, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA balanced, rounded form reaching 6–8 feet in height and width in 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull, lush canopy supported by a sturdy branching structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined silhouette that provides year-round architectural interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003eIts graceful branch structure remains attractive through winter once the foliage has fallen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eFoliage \u0026amp; Seasonal Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Chuguji' delivers exceptional ornamental interest across all seasons, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge palmate leaves with vivid red tipping emerging in early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold, lush green canopy through the summer growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant fiery red autumn colour — one of the most vivid among Japanese maples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive branch structure with graceful winter presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003eThe large leaf size creates a bold canopy texture that contrasts beautifully with finer-textured plants in mixed garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eIdeal for Bonsai \u0026amp; Garden Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e'Chuguji' shines as a specimen tree where its distinctive spring foliage and fiery fall colour can be fully appreciated. It is equally valued by bonsai enthusiasts for its unique leaf character and responsiveness to training. A natural focal point in Japanese-inspired gardens, woodland settings, and curated collector landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003eWhy Choose Chuguji?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 25px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-season interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red-tipped spring foliage, bold summer canopy, brilliant fiery red fall colour, and graceful winter structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare collector’s cultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely rare in the nursery trade — a genuine find for the discerning gardener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive large leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notably larger foliage than most Japanese maple cultivars, with unique red spring tipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManageable size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches 6–8 feet in 10 years — well-suited to garden beds, borders, and featured positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonsai potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique leaf character and responsive to training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 0 auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/1235\/5055\/files\/plant-form-also-on-top.png?v=1762212164\" alt=\"Chuguji Japanese Maple growth form\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #000; margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTypical Chuguji growth form\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 30px 0 15px 0; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 1.2em; color: #98a869;\"\u003ePlant Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 15px 0; line-height: 1.8; color: #000;\"\u003eWe offer Chuguji Japanese maples in several size categories. 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