Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' Laceleaf Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Crimson Queen’ is a classic and highly sought-after red weeping Japanese maple prized for its graceful cascading form and rich crimson-purple foliage. In spring, the finely textured leaves emerge in deep crimson-purple shades, creating a striking display that continues through the summer as the foliage holds its color exceptionally well. In autumn, the leaves transform into brilliant crimson red, adding another season of vibrant color. Its elegant weeping habit and compact size make ‘Crimson Queen’ an excellent choice for Japanese gardens, smaller landscapes, specimen plantings, and containers. For the best foliage color and overall performance, provide filtered light and protect the tree from intense late-afternoon sun.

• Growth Habit: Compact, graceful, and weeping with cascading branches
• 15-Year Size: Approximately 3–4 ft tall
• Growth Rate: Slow
• Foliage: Finely textured leaves emerging deep crimson-purple and maintaining rich color through summer
• Fall Color: Brilliant crimson red
• Origin: Classic red-leaf weeping selection of Acer palmatum
• Light: Filtered light to partial shade; protection from direct late-afternoon sun is recommended
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Hardiness: Zones 5–8
• Best Uses: Japanese gardens, containers, small landscapes, specimen plantings, rock gardens, and focal-point plantings
• Best Feature: Deep crimson-purple foliage combined with an elegant weeping habit
• Garden Interest: Provides rich red color from spring through fall while adding graceful structure and movement to the landscape
• Why You'll Love It: A timeless favorite among Japanese maple collectors, ‘Crimson Queen’ combines exceptional crimson foliage, a beautiful cascading form, and a compact size that makes it especially versatile for small gardens and container growing.