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Acer palmatum 'Red Spray'

Also Known As

  • Red Spray Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Acer palmatum 'Red Spray' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Red Spray' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with bronze, burgundy and red foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and 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 'Red Spray'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, burgundy and red
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Red Spray'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colorful and easy going, this 15-20' tree has leaves that open bright red before turning purple-red (bronzy-green by the end of summer) and then fiery orange-red in fall; a more vigorous 'Bloodgood'. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Red Spray' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Red Spray'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • bronze
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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