Acer palmatum Emperor1®

Acer palmatum Emperor1® : Dark Red Leaves with a Later Spring Start

Emperor1 Japanese maple opens its dark red foliage later than many upright red selections. The colour holds through spring and summer, while blackish-red bark and brilliant scarlet fall leaves add depth to the display.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 4-5 m
• Spread: 4-5 m
• Flower Colour: Red
• Flowering Period: Spring
• Foliage: Red / Purple
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist to Average Soil; Average to Dry Soil; Well-Drained Soil

Uses and Benefits: Use it as a sheltered garden focal point with room for its upright canopy.

Care Instructions: Provide rich soil with reliable drainage and mulch without covering the stem base.