A weeping, cascading lace-leaf maple with finely dissected deep crimson-red foliage that holds its colour exceptionally well through summer before brightening to scarlet in autumn.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 2.5 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple
Botanically, Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' is a slow-growing shrub in the Sapindaceae family. It reaches around 2.5 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous, purple-toned and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple
Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple does best in loamy, free-draining and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple in the garden
Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Crimson Queen Lace-leaf Maple
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