Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
Bloodgood Japanese Maple
Description
The Japanese Maple is a small tree standing only 20-25' high and 20' wide. Its outstanding foliage is a somber red and contrasts nicely with the bark. The tree also has a striking scarlet fall color.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Purple, Red
Bark Color
Red, Striped
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, 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
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Shade Tree, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.