Atropurpureum’ is a small tree of bushy habit, with deep purple leaves divided into about 7 lobes, and becoming red in autumn. Inconspicuous red-purple flowers in spring may be followed by winged, purple fruits
Acer can be deciduous trees or large shrubs with paired, often palmately-lobed leaves and small flowers followed by characteristic winged fruits. Many have fine autumn colour, and some have ornamental stems
Other common namespurple Japanese maple
FamilySapindaceae
Characteristics
- FoliageDeciduous
- HabitBushy
H6
Colour
Colour in Spring
Sunlight
- Partial Shade
- Full Sun
- AspectSouth-facing or West-facing or East-facing
- ExposureSheltered
Soil
Loam
Clay
Sand
Chalk
- MoistureMoist but well-drained
- SoilLoam, Clay, Sand, Chalk
- pHAcid, Neutral
Size
- Ultimate height4-8 metres
- Ultimate spread4-8 metres
- Time to ultimate height20-50 years
How to grow
CultivationGrow in a moist but well-drained soil. Water in summer if necessary. Leaf colour is best in partial shade, although full sun can be tolerated. Leaf scorch can be caused by lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure
PropagationPropagate by grafting or softwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden typesLow Maintenance City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden
pot size 10.5cm
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