Red Select Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Red Select'
Description | A vigorous, weeping small tree with lacy purple-red foliage throughout the summer. Fall foliage ranges from crimson to yellow and orange. A beautiful small specimen or accent that provides great contrast to green-leaved plants. Works well for containers. Deciduous. |
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Light | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Watering | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
Blooms | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
Mature Size | Slowly reaches 10 ft. tall, 12 ft. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Benefits Birds |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Landscape Use | Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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Flower Color | Red |
Foliage Color | Burgundy |
Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Peony (Paeonia); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Rhododendron (Rhododendron) |
Care | Provide well-drained, enriched, slightly acidic soil. Avoid harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency when established. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep root zone cool and conserve moisture. Fertilize when new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8

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