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Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
Japanese Maple
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- One of the hardiest red-leaved Japanese Maple varieties
- Great as a shade tree
- Deep burgundy star shaped leaves
- Excellent flaming scarlet fall color
Container
Garden
Great Foliage
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Attracts Songbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Can be grown in sun or shade but does best with afternoon shade and mulching to keep roots cool. Prefers moist, well-drained soil and benefits from supplemental watering during dry spells. Plants typically do not need pruning but they can be pruned when dormant in winter.
Height: 15-20 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Price Level 1: $69.99~#2
Bloom Color:
Zone: 5-8
Price Level 2: $109.99~#3
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Fall Color
- Specimen
- Focal Point
- Garden
- Container
Critter Resistance:
- Groundhog Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Red
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Winter
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Acer
Common Name: Japanese Maple
Small, branching, multi-stemmed trees prized for their star-shaped, fine-textured leaves. Plants can be weeping or more upright with red or green summer foliage and beautiful fall color. Great specimen plant or in containers.