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Purple Ghost Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Purple Ghost'
Pronunciation: AY-ser pal-MA-tum
SKU #40749
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 15 ft. tall, 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | Magnificent ruffled foliage on a densely branched, upright tree with a spreading canopy adds a thrilling element to the landscape. Deep purple-red spring foliage has prominent black veins. Iridescent summer foliage turns green while maintaining purple undertones. Fall foliage is a vibrant garnet-red. Develops best color in full sun. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Container |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Azalea (Azalea); Astilbe (Astilbe); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa) |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
| History | Acer palmaturm 'Purple Ghost' is a Buchholz Nursery of Oregon introduction. |
Details
| Description | Magnificent ruffled foliage on a densely branched, upright tree with a spreading canopy adds a thrilling element to the landscape. Deep purple-red spring foliage has prominent black veins. Iridescent summer foliage turns green while maintaining purple undertones. Fall foliage is a vibrant garnet-red. Develops best color in full sun. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Azalea (Azalea); Astilbe (Astilbe); False Cypress (Chamaecyparis); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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. |
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History
| History | Acer palmaturm 'Purple Ghost' is a Buchholz Nursery of Oregon introduction. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.