Japanese Red Maple - Acer palmatum 'atropurpureum'

A lovely small (10x3m) deciduous tree which forms a dense rounded shape. Has spectacular foliage colour throughout the year ranging from deep purple in Spring, lightening off in Summer and darkening to scarlet in Autumn. Bark is purple/grey and flowers are inconspicuous. Slow to moderate growing Japanese Red Maples thrive in moist, drained soils and require a protected position as wind and hot weather damages leaves. This tree is an excellent size for landscaping in Urban areas or as a specimen tree.