Crimson Queen Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Crimson Queen'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 10-12 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | Aunt Sharon's Garden |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Moist, well-draining, slightly acidic |
| Soil pH | 5.5-6.5 |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Palmate (Hand-like lobes) |
| Foliage colour | Deep red/burgundy |
| Bloom | Red/purple |
| Fruit | Samara |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting, softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | None |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hosta, Ferns, Rhododendron |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia, Northern Grown |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during hot periods. Mulch to retain moisture.
Maintenance
Prune during dormancy to shape or remove dead wood.
Cleanup
Rake fallen leaves in autumn to prevent disease.
Notes
Weeping, cascading habit. Leaves retain red color well into late summer.