Japanese Maple Red Dragon #5
The deep dissection of the beautiful purple leaves produces an attractive lacy appearance. As fall temperatures cool, the foliage transitions to a bright, apple red color. This graceful, small tree creates a stunning focal point or accent for lightly shaded gardens, patios, and entryways, and is ideal for containers. Deciduous. They may suffer leaf scorch with excess sun, wind, or drought.
Average Size at Maturity Slowly reaches 7 to 8 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide, in natural form.
Bloom Time Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/ Evergreen Deciduous
Flower Color: Purple
Foliage Color: Purple
Garden Style :Asian/Zen
Growth Habit Bushy
Growth Rate: Slow
Landscape Use Container, Firescaping/Firewise, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Urban Garden
Light Needs: Partial sun, Morning sun/Evening shade
Soil Needs Tree & Shrub Food
Special Feature Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest, Compact Form
Water Needs: Moderate
Watering Needs Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.