Acer palmatum Atropurpureum
Japanese 'Atropurpureum' Maple
Flower Colors
Description
A small tree of bushy habit, with bronze-crimson leaves divided into about 7 lobes, and becoming brilliant red in autumn. Inconspicuous red-purple flowers in spring may be followed by winged, purple fruits
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutralAlkaline
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 1-12
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCottage and informal garden