A low-branching, dwarf tree with a delicate, weeping form. The foliage holds its beautiful crimson color throughout summer and can turn bright scarlet in autumn. Sun-tolerant in cooler regions, where sunlight intensifies the foliage color. Site in a bright dappled shade setting elsewhere. Well-suited for use as a container specimen. Deciduous.
| Plant Type |
Shrubs |
| Hardiness Zone |
5-9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 8' - 10' (ft) |
| Spread | 10' - 15' (ft) |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance |
Rabbit |
| Attracts |
Birds |
| Garden Uses |
Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' (Laceleaf Japanese Maple) | Japanese Maple 'Crimson Queen', Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Crimson Queen', Laceleaf Japanese Maple 'Crimson Queen', Cutleaf Japanese Maple 'Crimson Queen', Threadleaf Japanese Maple 'Crimson Queen' || A low-branching, dwarf tree with a delicate, weeping form. The foliage holds its beautiful crimson color throughout summer and can turn bright scarlet in autumn. Sun-tolerant in cooler regions, where sunlight intensifies the foliage color. Site in a bright dappled shade setting elsewhere. Well-suited for use as a container specimen. Deciduous.
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Spring, Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Showy,
Rabbit Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers