Acer palmatum Bloodgood

Maple

£15.99
Supplied as 20-25cm plants supplied in 2 litre pots
CODE SP409
20-25cm plants supplied in 2 litre pots
Delivery within 28 days
  • Suitable for planting in sunny and partially shaded locations
  • Suitable for growing in pots and containers
  • Spring flowering time
  • Red foliage colour

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Product Description

Acer Bloodgood (Japanese Maple) is one of the fastest growing purple-leaved varieties available. It boasts a tall, upright habit and can grow to a height and spread of up to 4-5m. Bloodgood has deeply cut, dark red-purple leaves that turn bright red in autumn. In spring the leaves are finer, more feathery and dotted with tiny purple-red spring flowers, which are followed by tiny red fruits. We recommend trying Acer Bloodgood as a focal point in a small, contemporary or minimalist garden, where the intensity of the autumn colour can really stand out. It needs a sheltered spot, away from strong winds Winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit 1993. 2 Litre pot plants supplied.

Plant Size

Mature Height 400 cm
Mature Spread 400 cm

Planting Notes

Planting Ensure roots have enough room to establish themselves.
Soil Type Moist well drained Loam, Clay and Sandy Soil

Growing at a glance…

Acers should be watered on a regular basis, which will be even more important in hot Summers. Although its not necessary, you can prune back or cut dead wood in Spring. Plant in fertile, well drained and moist soil. Acer shrubs prefer sunny or partial shaded areas, and can also be grown in pots. If growing in pots make sure that the pot is large enough to support the shrub and that it also has plenty of drainageholes. Use John Innes compost if planting in pots.

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