Bloodgood Japanese Maple
$200-$1,800 (depending on size)
Height: 20 feet, Spread: 20 feet, Sunlight: Hardiness Zone: 5a
Description: Possibly the most popular of all feature trees for the home landscape, with rich burgundy-purple
palm-shaped foliage all season long and a very artistic spreading growth habit; put it in the front yard and give it
lots of room to grow
Planting & Growing Bloodgood Japanese Maple will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of
20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under
power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be
allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban
pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch
around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected
variety of a species not originally from North America.
Crimson queen
$340-$400 (depending on size)
Description:
A popular high quality small tree with rich deep purple foliage all season long and spectacular fall color in various shades of red and orange, compact and artistic growth habit; demands a place of emminence in the garden
Planting & Growing
Crimson Queen Japanese Maple will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 10 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Crimson Queen Japanese Maple makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Mikawa Yatsubusa
Price: $390 per tree
Description: This is a lovely dwarf variety that adds visual interest to the garden or walkways; rich green
foliage all summer long; striking orange to scarlet fall foliage is captivating and brilliant; best in sheltered
area
Planting & Growing Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a
spread of 8 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is
suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected
to live for 60 years or more.
This tree should be grown in a location that is shaded from the hot afternoon sun. It prefers to grow in
average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but
grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a
relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in
exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North
America.
Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple is a fine choice for the yard, but it is also a good selection for planting in
outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the
'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller
plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable
container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is
to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require
more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden
Red Dragon
$280-$540 (depending on size)
Description:
Height: 10 feet
Spread: 12 feet
A stunning landscape choice, this fine small accent tree features superb reddish foliage color all season long on a compact, graceful form; a highly desirable specimen for the garden or against the foundation of the house
Planting & Growing
Red Dragon Japanese Maple will grow to be about 10 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 12 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Red Dragon Japanese Maple is a fine choice for the yard, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Red Select Cutleaf
$360-$510 (depending on size)
Height: 8 feet
Spread: 8 feet
Description:
Amazing red fall color, more weeping than other dissectums; delicate, lacy leaves of burgundy all summer long; Japanese maples are the most coveted of all small landscape trees, having almost the perfect shape, habit, and fall Planting & Growing
Red Select Cutleaf Japanese Maple will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 8 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Red Select Cutleaf Japanese Maple makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.colors
Rhode island red
$220 per tree
Description:
A stunning landscape choice, this fine accent tree features dense compact branching and bright red spring foliage that darkens to deep red through summer; outstanding orange-red in fall; a highly desirable specimen for the garden or landscape
Planting & Growing
Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple will grow to be about 12 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 12 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple is a fine choice for the yard, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Twombly's Red Sentinel
$180-$600 per tree (depending on size)
Description:
True to its name, this variety maintains a somewhat columnar form, with burgindy to red foliage all season long, ending in a fiery display in fall; the dense and narrow upright form makes it wonderfully useful for many garden applications
Planting & Growing
Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple will grow to be about 10 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 7 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more.
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple is a fine choice for the yard, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. Its large size and upright habit of growth lend it for use as a solitary accent, or in a composition surrounded by smaller plants around the base and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.