Maple Acer palmatum Atropurpureum 300mm pot

🌿✨ Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ – Japanese Maple ✨🌿
 
The Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’) is a classic deciduous feature tree, renowned for its rich red-purple foliage that provides year-round interest and spectacular autumn colour. 🍁 Elegant and versatile, it’s a timeless favourite for cool-climate gardens.
 
🌱 Size & Pot
✔️ 300mm pot – approx. 1.5m tall right now 🌳
✔️ Advanced size, ready to make an immediate impact.
 
☀️ Sun & Soil
✔️ Best in part shade, especially protected from hot afternoon sun 🌤️
✔️ Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil.
 
🍂 Foliage & Seasonal Changes
✔️ Deep red-purple foliage through spring and summer ❤️
✔️ Brilliant scarlet tones in autumn 🍁
✔️ Deciduous – bare in winter, showcasing fine branching.
 
🌳 Growth Habit & Mature Size
✔️ Upright to rounded form with graceful structure
✔️ Grows approx. 4–6m tall × 4–6m wide
✔️ Great choice for both feature planting and group displays.
 
💡 Special Characteristics
🌿 One of the most widely grown red-leaved Japanese Maples
🌿 Consistent colour and reliable performer
🌿 Hardy in cold climates, low-maintenance
🌿 Elegant form suits both formal and informal gardens
 
🌸 Planting Ideas
✔️ Plant as a specimen tree in lawns, courtyards, or garden beds
✔️ Perfect for Japanese or woodland-themed gardens
✔️ Stunning in large pots for patios or entrances
✔️ Combine with evergreens, magnolias, and conifers for contrast and balance