The deep dissection of the beautiful purple leaves produces an attractive lacy appearance. As fall temperatures cool, the foliage transitions to a bright, apple red color. This graceful, small tree creates a stunning focal point or accent for lightly shaded gardens, patios, and entryways, and is ideal for containers. Deciduous.
Plant Type |
Shrubs |
Hardiness Zone |
5-8 |
Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
Height | 6' - 8' (ft) |
Spread | 6' - 8' (ft) |
Water Needs |
Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Showy |
Tolerance |
Rabbit |
Attracts |
Birds |
Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Acer palmatum 'Red Dragon' (Laceleaf Japanese Maple) | Japanese Maple 'Red Dragon', Laceleaf Japanese Maple 'Red Dragon', Cutleaf Japanese Maple 'Red Dragon', Threadleaf Japanese Maple 'Red Dragon', Acer palmatum var. dissectum Red Dragon || The deep dissection of the beautiful purple leaves produces an attractive lacy appearance. As fall temperatures cool, the foliage transitions to a bright, apple red color. This graceful, small tree creates a stunning focal point or accent for lightly shaded gardens, patios, and entryways, and is ideal for containers. Deciduous.
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Spring, Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Showy,
Rabbit Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens