Buy Acer palmatum 'Adrian's Compact'

Also Known As

Adrian's Dwarf Japanese Maple
Adrian's Japanese Compact Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

#7, 3-4' | $254.99

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Acer palmatum 'Adrian's Compact' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Adrian's Compact' is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with 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 'Adrian's Compact'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous red
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Adrian's Compact'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spring leaves emerge bright burgundy. New growth is bright red on top of older burgundy foliage. Fall colors are bright orange and red

By: Conifer Kingdom

'Adrian's Compact' is a dense, slow growing maple that may reach 5 feet in 10 years. Its small leaves emerge bright red, changing to a more burgundy color in summer. Fall colors are red and orange. Great dwarf plant for containers or bonsai culture.

By: jensfarm maples

This new dwarf Japanese Maple is truly irresistible! The leaves are small and burgundy-red throughout the spring and summer. New growth in summer will be bright red which contrast nicely with the older burgundy leaves. Fall color is a wonderful mix of red and orange. A perfect selection for all-season color! Adrians Compact is slow growing and ideal for containers and bonsai.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer palmatum 'Adrian's Compact' - Dwarf Japanese Maple an upright deciduous shrub with a slow-growing, compact form and cute small burgundy-red leaves. Fall colors bright orange and red. Prefers sun/partial shade in well-drained soil.

By: Kigi Nursery

I am sure that there are lots of differences between Shaina, Carli's Corner, etc. and Adrian's Compact, but they escape me. This is a very nice, dark red small leafed, dwarf palmatum; the fall color is bright scarlet and orange. Zone 5.