Acer palmatum 'Wetumpka Red'

Also Known As

Wetumpka Red Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Wetumpka Red' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Wetumpka Red' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with burgundy and red 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 'Wetumpka Red'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and red
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Wetumpka Red'

USDA Zones: 6a - 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

Dark red foliage... ALL summer makes this rounded 10-20' shrub-tree a stand-out; selected by Harold Johnston of Alabama so we know it thrives on humid heat, as well; to 8' tall x 6' in 10 years. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Small red upright.

By: Whitman Farms

PALMATUM, red. We are always looking for a shorter Japanese maple like 'Bloodgood". This is it! This variety only grows to about 10 to 12' and is fuller than "Bloodgood", but has the purple red leaves in spring and summer and then turns fire engine red in the fall. Really nice for smaller gardens.