Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Ever Red'
Ever Red Cutleaf Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum ′Ever Red′ - Overall Tree in Summer
 Family:
 Genus:
 Plant Type:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flowers:
Red (Small clusters of flowers in the spring)
 Foliage:
Purple; Red (Summer foliage is a deep red, almost purple color); Red (Fall foliage is a stunning bright red)
 Fruit:
Red (Small samaras turn deep red in the fall)
 Ultimate Height:
10-15 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
15 feet
 Light Requirements:
 Soil:
Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils with high organic matter
 Range:
Cultivated origin
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
The leaves of this variety have a feathery appearance and are 3-5" long and about 5" in width, with 7 defined lobes.
 Special Characteristics:
  • Fruiting Characteristics 208
  • Bonsai 19
  • Border 372
  • Patio Tree 129
  • Specimen 602
  • Fall Color 214
  • Notable Texture 278
  • Slow Growth Rate 269

    • Additional Information

    The branching of this attractive Japanese Maple cultivar provides a weeping affect to the landscape. This variety holds its color longer than most other varieties of Japanese Maple, and is also one of the smaller forms. 'Ever Red' can handle more urban soils but prefers acidic, moist soils. Best coloration occurs if in partial shade.

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    3 Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Ever Red' found

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