#Crimson queen red japanese maple full#

This maple makes an incredible specimen and its lovely cascading habit. Scientific name: Acer palmatum Crimson Queen. 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. Acer palmatum Crimson Queen have vibrant rich red coloured leaves which maintain the same colour through to summer. In the fall the red color brightens to flaming scarlet. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Description A laceleaf selection with extremely finely cut leaves Retains its bright crimson-red colour well during the summer Turns to scarlet in the fall. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container.

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. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.Ĭrimson Queen Japanese Maple makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. The thin leaves are a crimson red as indicated by the. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Japanese Maple Crimson Queen (Acer palmatum) is a large shrub or small tree that grows as a mound. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out.

#Crimson queen red japanese maple full#

This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. Unlike most Laceleaf Japanese Maples with rich red color in spring or early summer, turning green or bronze afterward, Crimson Queen keeps its stunning rich red coloration from spring to summer. Crimson Queen Japanese Maple will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 10 feet.