Acer palmatum var. dissectum f. atropurpureum
Acer palmatum var. dissectum f. atropurpureum (Purple leaved threadleaf Japanese maple)
is a small wide fully hardy perennial deciduous tree/shrub. It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers medium levels of water.
Soil
Acer palmatum var. dissectum f. atropurpureum grows in soils ranging from a pH of 5.5 (very acidic ranges from 5.2 to 5.5) to 7.5 (neutral ranges from 6.6 to 7.5). It is adapted to clay, clay loam, loam, loamy sand, peat, sandy clay, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils, and prefers medium fertility.
Growth
This is a pendulous/weeping tree/shrub has an ultimate height of 2m / 6.6ft and spread of 3m / 9.8ft. It can take 16-20 years to reach its ultimate height.
Leaves
The leaves are red and purple in Spring and Summer and red in Autumn.
Exposure
The plant prefers a sheltered situation.
Uses
Attractive foliage, bonsai, city courtyard garden, container plant, cottage informal garden, low maintenance, small garden/space and specimen/accent plant.
Fruit and seed
The seed is red. There is a fruit/seed abundance beginning in Autumn and ending in Autumn.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include cuttings and seed.
-22°C / -7.6F 5.5 to 7.5 16-20 years 2m / 6.6ft 3m / 9.8ft
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
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| Genus ? | Acer |
| Common names |
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| Purple leaved threadleaf Japanese maple (Ireland) |
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