Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Red

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

High

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Clay, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

This dwarf Japanese Maple has a delicate, weeping habit and lovely deep red foliage that holds its color throughout the summer months. Well suited for small gardens, near patios, or at entries. A moderate grower, 10 feet tall and wide.

As will all Japanese Maples, provide deep, rich, well composted soil. If you are amending the soil, it is best to dig in compost to the plant's eventual width, so as to provide adequate conditions for the entire, eventual root profile. Amending just the hole that the tree is planted in is akin to planting the tree in a slightly bigger pot. Plant in filtered light to full shade, avoiding any mid-day sun or reflective sun. East or north exposures are best unless thre is a very good canopy and no reflective heat. Water weekly. Do not shear.