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Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum'

Also Known As

  • Heptalobum Rubrum Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum' is a broadleaf deciduous 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 'Heptalobum Rubrum'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, fall color, patio

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum'

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

Sensational orange-red-scarlet fall color and beautiful red-gray-purple bark are the highlights for this 15-18' rounded tree whose large (4") broadly 5-lobed leaves are purple to bronze. S/M
Heptalobum has very large broadly lobed leaves. The tree itself is a strong upright grower. It's beauty is the fall color which is orangey scarlet.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Heptalobum Rubrum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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