Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'
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Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

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Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ is a classic Japanese maple grown for its rich, dark red foliage and elegant, spreading form. The deeply lobed leaves emerge deep purple-red in spring, holding their colour well through summer before turning vivid crimson and scarlet in autumn. Its finely textured foliage and graceful branching create a strong focal point, particularly when planted as a specimen or within Japanese-style and woodland gardens. Hardy and long-lived when given a sheltered position and well-drained soil, ‘Atropurpureum’ offers refined structure and reliable seasonal colour with minimal maintenance.
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Key Features

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Flower Colour
Eventual Height
  • 4-8m
Flowering Month
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Deciduous

How to care for Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

Light: Full sun to partial shade (best leaf colour in full sun; protect from scorching in hot afternoon sun).

Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil; slightly acidic preferred.

Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially for young trees or during dry periods.

Pruning: Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter or early spring.

Hardiness: Hardy in temperate climates; protect from strong winds and frost.

Feeding: Apply a slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring.

Notes

Deciduous Japanese maple with an upright, spreading habit.

Deep red to purplish-red leaves in spring and summer, turning bright red in autumn.

Moderately fast-growing, with strong, elegant branching.

Finely lobed leaves create texture and seasonal interest.

Ideal as a specimen plant, in small gardens, or along pathways.

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