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.

Plant Type Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 5-8
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Height6' - 8' (ft)
Spread6' - 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
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