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Emperor Maple

Acer palmatum 'Emperor 1' · Sapindaceae

A vigorous upright red-leaf maple similar to Bloodgood but leafing out later, helping it avoid late spring frosts. Holds dark purple-red colour well in summer heat before scarlet autumn tones.

At a glance

Habit: Tree
Light: Part Shade, Full Sun
Water: Moderate Water
Soil: Loam, Well-Drained, Acidic Soil
Climate: Cool Temperate, Warm Temperate
Frost: Frost-Hardy
Mature size: 5 m H × 4 m W
Foliage: Deciduous, Purple / Burgundy Foliage, Autumn Colour
Growth rate: Slow-Growing
Maintenance: Low Maintenance

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