Esk Sunset Maple – Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’ | Rare Variegated Sycamore Maple | #3 Container | 30–40 Inches Tall

Add extraordinary color and rare collector appeal to your landscape with this live Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’, one of the most dramatic variegated maple trees available today. Originally selected in New Zealand’s Esk Valley, this stunning ornamental maple is prized for its bold foliage coloration and striking purple-red leaf undersides that create breathtaking contrast throughout the growing season. In spring, large showy leaves emerge splashed with green and pink tones before maturing into creamy white variegation by midsummer. As the canopy develops, flashes of rich purple-red beneath the leaves create a spectacular visual effect unlike almost any other maple. Autumn finishes the display with glowing golden-yellow and orange foliage. Moderate growing and highly ornamental, Esk Sunset makes an unforgettable specimen tree for collector gardens, focal plantings, patios, and ornamental landscapes. These young trees currently have good height with minimal branching but will establish and develop quickly once planted. You will receive a healthy live tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

⚠️ Shipping Restriction:
Due to agricultural regulations, this variety cannot be shipped to New York, Connecticut, or Massachusetts.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’ tree
✔️ Height: approximately 30–40 inches tall
✔️ Originally grown in #3 container
✔️ Shipped wrapped for moisture retention
✔️ Does not ship with container
✔️ Healthy, rooted ornamental maple
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Esk Sunset Maple
Botanical Name: Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Esk Sunset’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 12–15 feet in 20 years
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–8
Spring Foliage: Green and pink variegation
Summer Foliage: Creamy white variegation with purple-red undersides
Fall Color: Golden yellow to orange
Container Friendly: Yes, while young and excellent for collector gardens

💡 Care Tip: In warmer southern climates, provide protection from harsh afternoon sun to preserve the vibrant variegation and prevent leaf scorch. Mulching helps maintain moisture and healthy root development.