A vigorous upright maple with distinctive deeply lobed purple-red leaves whose margins roll under, giving fine texture. Foliage holds colour through summer then turns crimson in autumn.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 5 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg'
Botanically, Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg' is a slow-growing tree in the Sapindaceae family. It reaches around 5 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with deciduous, purple-toned and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg'
Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' 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 'Trompenburg' does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Once established, it is low maintenance.
Using Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' in the garden
Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' 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 'Trompenburg' 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 'Trompenburg'
Plant Sale lists Japanese Maple 'Trompenburg' as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
