Acer palmatum 'Peaches and Cream'

Peaches and Cream Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Peaches and Cream’ is a highly ornamental Japanese maple prized for its soft, pastel variegation and refined garden presence. Spring foliage emerges creamy pink, peach, and light green, often with subtle red veining, creating a delicate, watercolor-like effect.

As the season progresses, leaves mature to green with creamy margins, while peach and pink tones may reappear during cool weather or on new growth. In fall, foliage develops warm shades of peach, coral, orange, and soft red, providing a gentle but distinctive autumn display. Leaves are medium-sized with classic palmate form.

The habit is upright and rounded, forming a well-balanced small tree. ‘Peaches and Cream’ performs best in partial shade, where leaf color is brightest and scorch is minimized, and prefers well-drained, evenly moist soil.

Size



Width: 10–12 ft



Height: 12–15 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5–8



Best Uses


Specimen tree for soft variegated color



Japanese or Asian-inspired gardens



Accent near patios, walkways, or entryways



Color contrast in mixed borders



Collector tree for unique foliage tones

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

12-15'

Width

12'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Cream, Green, Indian Red

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

6'

10-year width

6'