This classic Japanese maple is loved for its deep purple-red foliage that holds colour throughout the growing season. It forms a slow growing, rounded shrub with a calm, architectural shape. A timeless choice for adding rich colour and structure to gardens.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: Spring (insignificant)
• Height and spread: Around 3–4m tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Wildlife: Provides shelter

This shrub is deciduous, meaning it loses its leaves in winter before producing fresh new growth in spring. Depending on the time of year you order, the plant may arrive looking different to our photos. Please plant as normal.

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

This classic Japanese maple is loved for its deep purple-red foliage that holds colour throughout the growing season. It forms a slow growing, rounded shrub with a calm, architectural shape. A timeless choice for adding rich colour and structure to gardens.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: Spring (insignificant)
• Height and spread: Around 3–4m tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Wildlife: Provides shelter

This shrub is deciduous, meaning it loses its leaves in winter before producing fresh new growth in spring. Depending on the time of year you order, the plant may arrive looking different to our photos. Please plant as normal.

Common Questions

• Does it need protection from sun?
Light shade helps prevent leaf scorch.

• Is it suitable for containers?
Yes, it performs very well in large pots.

• Does it need pruning?
Only minimal shaping if required.

Planting Ideas

Pairs well with Hostas, Ferns and ornamental grasses.

More Information

Plant in a sheltered position out of strong winds.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Avoid very exposed, windy sites.

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Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun, Part shade

Soil:

Moist but well drained soil

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