The 'Butterfly' japanese maple is known for its variegated foliage that is edged with pink when it emerges in the spring. It is a semi-dwarf variety that will reach 8-12' tall and 6-8' wide at maturity. Creamy-white portions of the leaves will turn magenta in the fall.
This variety has an open, irregular growth habit and has attractive, curvy branches that are covered with fern-like foliage. It will slowly reach 10-12' tall and 6-8' wide. Has an upright, pyramidal structure.