Trompenburg Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg'
SKU
03396
Distinctive palmate leaves with slender, curved leaflets that resemble the form of a dragon's paw as they emerge. New leaves are a fiery red in spring, mature to a to deep burgundy, then turn a crimson-red in fall. A classic small specimen or accent that provides phenomenal contrast to green-leafed plants. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- Lowe's
1721 Morris Avenue Union NJ 07083
- Z.o. Landscaping & Supply
17-21 Newark Way Maplewood NJ 07040
- Williams Nursery
524 Springfield Ave. Westfield NJ 07090
- Dreyer Farm
881 Springfield Ave. Cranford NJ 07016
| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser pal-MA-tum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 16 to 18 ft. tall and wide; smaller in harsh winter climates. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Specimen, 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, Fast Growing, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Hosta (Hosta); Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Astilbe (Astilbe) |
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
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Good to grow!