Acer palmatum ‘St. Therese - The Little Flower’ Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'St. Therese' ('The Little Flower') is a dwarf Japanese maple with dense, compact branching and rich red foliage that deepens to crimson and scarlet in autumn. This cultivar originated from a witch's broom mutation discovered by Bob McCaffrey and develops a refined, naturally tight mound form with slow growth, reaching well under typical cultivar heights. Its dense structure and miniature habit make it particularly well suited to containers, rock gardens, and bonsai cultivation. Plant in well-drained soil with morning sun or dappled afternoon shade; once established, it requires minimal maintenance and provides year-round architectural interest.