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Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

Bloodgood Japanese Maple

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Description

'Bloodgood' slowly grows to 20'-25' high and 20' wide. Deciduous, toothed, lobed leaves are red in spring and summer, changing to scarlet in fall. This popular Japanese maple needs protection from drying winds and full sun in hot summer areas. It does well in dappled shade. It needs well draining, moist, acidic soil. This is a spectacular tree all 4 seasons.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Red

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Water Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Shade Tree, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.