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Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'-Compact Japanese Maple-Vibrant red foliage 3' h, 2/3' w 10 Gallon

Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'-Compact Japanese Maple-Vibrant red foliage 3' h, 2/3' w 10 Gallon

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Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red' - Plant Catalog

Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'

Description

The Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red' is a stunning Japanese Maple cultivar known for its compact size and vibrant red foliage. This deciduous tree provides a striking display of color throughout the growing season, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for small gardens, container planting, and as a focal point in landscape designs. Its compact size makes it suitable for urban gardens and patio settings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'
  • Common Name Common Name: Rhode Island Red' Japanese Maple
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Not significant
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in moderate humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots from extreme cold.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds and afternoon sun in hotter climates to prevent leaf scorch.
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