Acer Palmatum: Atropurpureum
Acer Palmatum: Atropurpureum
Deep Crimson Japanese Maple for Stunning Summer and Autumn Colour
Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum is a small Japanese maple tree that produces deep crimson leaves, creating a striking feature in any garden. With its bushy habit and exceptional seasonal interest, this premium specimen tree delivers colour from spring through autumn.
Seasonal Features
- Spring: Small red-purple flowers emerge
- Summer: Deep crimson foliage with winged red fruits
- Autumn: Leaves turn striking scarlet red for dramatic autumnal colour
Growing Conditions
This Japanese maple thrives in a sheltered spot with partial or full sun. Ideal for feature planting in borders, as a specimen tree, or in large containers for patios and courtyards.
Size & Growth
- Ultimate height: 4-8 metres
- Ultimate spread: 4-8 metres
- Growth habit: Bushy, rounded form
Why Choose Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum?
- Exceptional crimson foliage throughout the growing season
- Stunning autumn colour display
- Compact size perfect for smaller gardens
- Low maintenance once established
- Premium quality specimen tree from Stoneybrook Nursery
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Planting Instructions
Plant in a sheltered position in full sun to partial shade. Acer palmatum Atropurpureum performs best in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Avoid exposed, windy sites and waterlogged conditions.
Dig a planting hole twice the width of the root ball and to the same depth. Position so the root collar sits at ground level. Backfill with a mix of excavated soil and organic matter, firm gently, and water thoroughly.
Water regularly during the first two growing seasons to aid establishment. Apply a mulch of bark or leaf mould around the base to retain moisture and protect roots from frost, keeping it clear of the trunk.
Pruning is rarely needed. If required, remove dead or crossing branches in late autumn or winter when fully dormant. Avoid pruning in spring when sap is rising.
Size & Specification
Available in 2 litre and 7.5 litre pot sizes. A bushy, rounded specimen with exceptional crimson foliage throughout the growing season.
Eventual height: 4–8 metres | Eventual spread: 4–8 metres. Growth rate: slow to moderate, approximately 20–40cm per year.
Ideal as a specimen tree in a border, as a feature in an oriental-style garden, or in a large container on a patio or courtyard.
Delivery & Dispatch
Supplied in a 2 litre or 7.5 litre pot and dispatched via our specialist parcel courier, carefully packaged to ensure safe transit.
Orders are dispatched Monday to Wednesday. You will receive a dispatch notification with tracking details once your order is on its way. Delivery is available nationwide across mainland UK.
Wildlife & Ecological Notes
Acer palmatum cultivars provide modest but valuable wildlife benefits. The small red-purple spring flowers offer nectar for early pollinators including bees and hoverflies, while the winged seeds (samaras) are occasionally taken by birds and small mammals.
The dense canopy provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, and the layered structure of a mature specimen contributes to broader garden biodiversity.