The Bloodgood Japanese Maple is a stunning upright tree with burgundy-red foliage that turns brilliant scarlet in fall. Grown in zones 5-8, it reaches a size of 15-20 feet and is a must-have for any garden.
The Bloodgood Japanese maple is a popular variety that is known for its dark burgundy foliage. It is a good choice for growing in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. The Bloodgood Japanese maple can grow up to 15 feet tall and 10 feet wide. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
The Bloodgood Japanese maple will begin to produce its dark burgundy foliage in early spring. The leaves will remain burgundy throughout the summer and will turn a deep red in the fall. The Bloodgood Japanese maple is a deciduous tree, so it will lose its leaves in the winter.
Here are some tips for caring for Bloodgood Japanese maple:
- Plant the Bloodgood Japanese maple in a partially shaded spot with well-drained soil.
- Water the Bloodgood Japanese maple regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Fertilize the Bloodgood Japanese maple in early spring and again in late summer.
- Prune the Bloodgood Japanese maple in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and remove dead or diseased branches.
- Protect the Bloodgood Japanese maple from pests and diseases.
With proper care, Bloodgood Japanese maple will be a beautiful addition to your landscape for many years.
Here are some of the pros of growing Bloodgood Japanese maple:
- Dark burgundy foliage
- Deciduous
- Self-pollinating
- Versatile (can be used as a specimen tree, in a hedge, or in a container)
- Disease-resistant
Bloodgood Japanese maple is a good choice for home gardeners in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. It is a beautiful and versatile tree that is relatively easy to care for.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-8 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 15 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Best Color- Part Shade Tolerates Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 15-25 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
