An upright maple with narrow, deeply divided strap-like purple-red leaves giving a fine bamboo-like texture. Holds rich colour through summer before turning crimson in autumn.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake'
Botanically, Acer palmatum 'Beni-otake' is a slow-growing shrub in the Sapindaceae family. It reaches around 3 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous, purple-toned and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake'
Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' 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
Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' 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
Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' in the garden
Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' 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
For easier irrigation and care, group Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Buying Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake'
Plant Sale lists Japanese Maple 'Beni-otake' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
