Acer palmatum Atropurpureum
Japanese Maple Tree
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Common Name: Japanese Maple
Latin Name: Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'
Soil: Moist, well drained, fertile soil
Position: A sheltered spot with partial shade
Hardiness: Frost hardy down to -15c
Flowering Period: April to May
Flowering Colour: Small purple-red clusters
Eventual height/spread: 5m(16ft) / 5m(16ft)
Special features: Strong vibrant autumn colours.
Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' is the most popular of the Japanese maples and can be a large shrub or small tree. It has bronzy purple leaves which turn a strong red in autumn. Small purple-red clusters of flowers are succeeded by red-winged seeds in late summer. The Japanese maple is ideal for someone wanting a colourful addition in their garden.