Japanese Maple 'Bloodgood'
Categories
Trees- Non-dissected type of Japanese Maple that grows into a small, rounded, deciduous tree
- Grows best in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils
- Grows well in sandy loams
- Site in locations that have protection from high winds. Prefers some part afternoon shade. Will scorch in full sun locations especially if soils are not kept consistently moist.
- Foliage is deep reddish-purplish in summer with a crimson-red fall color.
- Great as a specimen or accent
- Tolerates rabbit and black walnut
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
- Common Name: Bloodgood Maple, Japanese Maple
- Flower Color: Red
- Height: 15 - 20 feet
- Width: 15 - 20 feet
- Season of Bloom: Spring
- Light Preference: Full sun to part shade
- Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8
