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Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   6a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H2 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 7.5 - 11 m (25 - 35 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 11 m (25 - 35 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' (purple-leaved Japanese maple) bears bright red blooms during mid spring. This tree is rounded in form and has dark red and dark red foliage that is showy, matte and fine textured. The bark is showy and smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, container, specimen and topiary.