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Acer palmatum Rhode Island Red

Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple

Boasting a dense, compact branching structure, spring foliage with a bright red flush that darkens with maturity, and an outstanding fall colour of orange and red, this plant has all the makings of an excellent garden specimen.

  • »  Very small, slow-growing version of upright red Japanese maple
  • »  Retains its deep colour well throughout the summer
  • »  Excellent red fall colour
  • »  Rounded, dense habit

3gal Low Inventory
$318.50
6gal Low Inventory
$546.00
5gal
$546.00
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:125-150 cm
  • Spread:125-150 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Critter
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Fragrant
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Rounded
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Purple
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'

Best planted in a well-drained soil with high organic matter. Japanese maples are grown as specimen trees or multi-stemmed plants. Any pruning should be done in summer. Mulch well, but avoid heaping mulch against the stem. Most cultivars need full sun or light afternoon shade.