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Indulge in the beauty of the Acer Shirasawanum Var. Aureum, Yellow Moon Maple, a Japan native cultivar that stands among the most beautiful ornamental trees in gardens around the world. Derived from a stately mother cultivar, the Yellow Moon Maple's seeds produce foliage with an almost translucent appearance, thriving in full sun without burning. The Maple dons a vibrant spectrum of colors, from the delicate pale yellow at the beginning of the year and a greener shade as the season progresses, to red-edged golden orbs in the fall, generating a spectacular display. It boasts rich orange hues blended with scarlet that persists for several weeks, creating an attractive sight in every season. In autumn, the colors shift from gold or orange to dark red, adorning your garden with a captivating golden fall color. The Vertrees describes it as "distinct and most attractive in all seasons". Though every seedling does not undoubtedly resemble the parent, its stunning color blend, wide spread of 18 to 25 feet 20-30 ft high round-topped bush cultivation, and its exceptional foliage well compensate for its small size. Experience the radiant allure of the Acer Shirasawanum Var. Aureum Yellow Moon Maple, an elegant cultivar that adds a stunning burst of color to your gardens. Enjoy the vibrant splash of yellow, gold and red, shaded with crimson that this Maple has to offer, as it dominates your garden with its bold charm.