Acer palmatum 'Emperor 1' Japanese Maple Tree
Original price
$40.00
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Original price
$40.00
Original price
$40.00
$40.00
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$40.00
Current price
$40.00
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Acer palmatum 'Emperor 1' is a standout upright red Japanese maple known for its exceptional foliage color and impressive adaptability. Also called 'Red Emperor', the leaves emerge in spring with a rich, deep maroon color and a translucent sheen that gives them a striking appearance when illuminated by sunlight. The foliage maintains its deep red coloration through summer before transitioning to brilliant scarlet in the fall.
- Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, and well-branched
- Mature Size: Approximately 15 feet tall
- Growth Rate: Vigorous growing
- Foliage: Deep maroon to rich red leaves with a glossy appearance and olive-green undersides
- Fall Color: Brilliant scarlet red
- Hardiness: Excellent cold and heat tolerance
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Best Uses: Specimen plantings, Japanese gardens, entryways, and mid-sized landscapes
- Interest: Long-lasting red summer foliage, striking spring color, and vibrant fall display