Bringing an oriental touch of class and tranquility to gardens and patios, Japanese Maple are slow growing but truly sensational as it’s purple-red foliage changes into a fiery red in the autumn season. Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ will create a canopy or shelter high above the rest when planted in borders, creating shifting, beautiful silhouettes and shadows in the sunlight as it sways gently in the breeze. Plant in sheltered spot, makes for an incredible focal point in patio containers. Height and spread: Up to 4m (13′).
Growing Information
Pot up acer plants and grow them on in cool frost free conditions until large enough to plant outside in their final positions. When plants are well grown, gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions before transplanting them in borders outdoors. Grow acer trees in any moist, fertile, well drained soil in sun or dappled shade, with shelter from strong winds which can scorch the finely cut leaves. Alternatively grow acers in large containers using a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.
