Japanese maple. A small tree with deeply lobed purple-red leaves turning bright red in autumn. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 3m. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Acer palmatum var. dissectum Dissectum Atropurpureum Group
A small tree with deeply lobed purple-red leaves turning bright red in autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Acer |
|---|---|
| Species | palmatum |
| Varietry | var. dissectum Dissectum Atropurpureum Group |
| Common Name | Japanese maple |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple, red |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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