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Acer palmatum 'Royal Red'

Also Known As

  • Royal Red Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Royal Red' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Royal Red' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with burgundy foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Royal Red'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Royal Red'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Acer palmatum 'Royal Red' is a weeping form similar to A. palmatum 'Ryusen'. The foliage will be red purple all summer and will turn bright red in fall.

Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Royal Red' plant

How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Royal Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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