Acer palmatum 'Bewley's Red'

Also Known As

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Bewley's Red'
Bewley's Red Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Bewley's Red' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Bewley's Red' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Bewley's Red'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Bewley's Red'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An unusual upright dissectum with leaves opening a shiny dark red. As the leaves mature the coloration is predominately purple green with red tips. A striking color combination. Fall colors are shades of red orange.

By: Bloom River Gardens

DISSECTUM, red. An Austrailian introduction with an upright habit rather than the usual pendulous dissectum habit. Red in spring, dark green in summer and red orange in fall.