Red-Leaf Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'
SKU
0070
A delightful small tree with gracefully branched stems that hold beautiful, palmate, red-purple leaves. The stunning foliage holds its color well throughout summer, then turns a brilliant red in fall. Well-suited for use as a small lawn tree. Use for striking contrast in a woodland garden or urban setting. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser pal-MA-tum at-ro-pur-PUR-ee-um |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 18 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Japanese maples are a must in any Asian-themed garden or small urban landscape. This delicate, shade loving tree can be planted in a natural grove of much larger trees to take advantage of the shelter the high canopy has to offer. Their preference for acidic soils also make them perfectly adapted to grow alongside needled evergreens, Hydrangeas, Camellias, Azaleas and Holly. Add this tree to containers or foundation plantings close to your outdoor living space where they provide texture and dappled shade without crowding windows, patios, or decks. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Woodland Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Tolerates Acidic Soil |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 8
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