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acer palmatum atropurpureum
A striking Japanese Maple with graceful arching shoots and a neat, mound forming habit. In autumn, the finely cut, feathery green-red foliage transforms in a blaze of colour to a fiery shade of orange. Japanese Acers are slow growing, making it an ideal focal point for a sheltered position, or an excellent specimen for a large patio container.
Bringing an oriental touch of class and tranquility to gardens and patios, Japanese Maple are slow growing but truly sensational as it?s purple-red foliage changes into a fiery red in the autumn season. Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' will create a canopy or shelter high above the rest when planted in borders, creating shifting, beautiful silhouettes and shadows in the sunlight as it sways gently in the breeze. Plant in sheltered spot, makes for an incredible focal point in patio containers.
Bringing an oriental touch of class and tranquility to gardens and patios, Japanese Maple are slow growing but truly sensational as it?s purple-red foliage changes into a fiery red in the autumn season. Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' will create a canopy or shelter high above the rest when planted in borders, creating shifting, beautiful silhouettes and shadows in the sunlight as it sways gently in the breeze. Plant in sheltered spot, makes for an incredible focal point in patio containers.
