Buy Acer shirasawanum 'Purple Umbrella'

Also Known As

Purple Umbrella Full Moon Maple
Purple Umbrella Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

1 gallon | $42.8

Avail in US except West Coast, HI/AK

Fewer than 5 at Maples N More Nursery

#1 Container | $84.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

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Acer shirasawanum 'Purple Umbrella' plant details

Acer shirasawanum 'Purple Umbrella' is a deciduous tree with burgundy foliage. Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer shirasawanum 'Purple Umbrella'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer shirasawanum 'Purple Umbrella'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Purple Umbrella Japanese Maple is a large leaf full moon maple. With dark purple leaves from early spring till late summer help it hold up to the summer heat. The large umbrella-like leaves add a unique texture to any landscape. Purple Umbrella Japanese Maple has fall colors that are a bright, stunning red.

By: Maples N More Nursery

A medium-sized Japanese maple with dark reddish-purple colored giant leaves. Leaves have symmetrical, broad arching lobes that resemble an umbrella. Developed by Crispin's Creations Nursery.