Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Tags: Maple
Acer palmatum var. atropurpureum 'Bloodgood'

A small tree with attractive burgundy red foliage that turns brilliant scarlet in fall. This slender, airy tree is well-suited for use as a small lawn tree or for patios and entryways.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Filtered Sun to Full Sun
Mature Size:
15 to 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide
Cold Hardiness Zone:
5-8
Growth Rate:
Slow
Foliage Color:
Burgundy Red
Flower Color:
Inconspicuous
Bloom Period:
None
Water Requirements:
High, needs regular watering, and frequent watering in extreme heat

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune in the winter.