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Intermediate
skill rating |
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3m
max. spread |
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2m
max. height |
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10-20 years
to maturity |
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2 hours care
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Botanical name: Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Crimson Queen'
Other names: Purple-leaved threadleaf Japanese maple 'Crimson Queen'
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Genus: Acer
Variety or cultivar: 'Crimson Queen' _ 'Crimson Queen' is a slow-growing tree or shrub forming a compact dome of deeply cut leaves that are burgundy red in spring. Its size makes it suitable for a small gardens or for growing in a large container.
Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Crimson Queen' is: Deciduous
Flower: Purple, Red, Insignificant or absent in Summer
Foliage: Dark-red in Spring; Green in Summer; Red in Autumn
Stem: Red in Autumn
Fruit: Dark-red in Autumn
Habit: Compact, Rounded
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Crimson Queen' (Purple-leaved threadleaf Japanese maple 'Crimson Queen') will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 3m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Containers, Low Maintenance, Cottage/Informal, City, Architectural, Rock, Foliage only, Woodland
Cultivation: Grow in moist but well-drained, acid or neutral soil.
Foliage colour is best in part shade, although full sun
can be tolerated. Leaf scorch can be caused by dry soil
or excessive exposure to frost, sun or wind when leaves
are young.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained |
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Acid, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
Mel
Planted a Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum last year and whilst it appears healthy with beautiful coloured leaves there is now a pale tan colour forming around the edges of the leaves.
Is this usual with Japanese Acer's?
Many thanks, Mel.
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- Replies: 5
- Posted: Sat. 26th June 2010 17:48
- Last reply: Wed. 30th June 2010 11:28
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