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acer palmatum red emperor

Acers can be ruined by late spring frosts, particularly if you are growing them in colder gardens. Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' minimises this risk by putting out its elegant, deeply lobed leaves later in the spring. It is also notably heat tolerant and will thrive in direct sun.One of the best red Acers for holding its colour throughout the season, the foliage emerges rich maroon in spring and maintains its colour through summer before intensifying to blazing crimson in autumn. This moderate to

Upright, medium-sized Acer well suited to colder gardens, with red foliage throughout the season.

Acers can be ruined by late spring frosts, particularly if you are growing them in colder gardens. Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' minimises this risk by putting out its elegant, deeply lobed leaves later in the spring. It is also notably heat tolerant and will thrive in direct sun.One of the best red Acers for holding its colour throughout the season, the foliage emerges rich maroon in spring and maintains its colour through summer before intensifying to blazing crimson in autumn. This moderate to