Emperor I® Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Wolff'
SKU
00084
A graceful form with black-red bark veiled in dark red foliage that turns a brilliant scarlet in fall. Leaves bud out later in spring, better withstanding damage from late frosts than less cold hardy varieties. Displays most intense color in full sun exposure. Ideal as a colorful specimen in smaller landscapes. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser pal-MA-tum |
|---|---|
| Lore | The Japanese maple is the quintessential symbol of fall in the traditional Tea Garden, balanced by flowering cherries for spring. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 15 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Showy and colorful, this is among the best Japanese maple for smaller city yards. Plant in front as a single accent at entries and in foundation beds. Perfectly sized for around outdoor living spaces that ask for shelter and privacy without concern for an overly large tree at maturity. Bold autumn hues provide a long range focal point, particularly against a background of dark evergreen trees. Quintessential tree for the acid garden and among conifers. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Astilbe (Astilbe); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Camellia (Camellia) |
Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil; shelter from drying winds. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures in hot summer areas. Mulch to keep root zone cool. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8
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